Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner at Med Ninjas summary:
We are seeking a Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner specializing in Geriatric Medicine to provide primary medical management in nursing home care settings. This role requires collaboration with physicians to develop appropriate care plans for geriatric patients and includes duties such as conducting assessments and providing patient education. Candidates must have an active Indiana license and relevant certifications, with preference for those experienced in working with the elderly population.
We are seeking a Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner in Mishawaka, IN.
Locum Tenens - Nurse Practitioner
Position Type: 1099 independent contractor
Specialty: Geriatric Medicine
Location: Mishawaka, IN
Rate: Open & Negotiable ($90 - $100 hourly)
Shift: Varied (will be discussed in interview)
Start Date: As soon as credentialed.
End Date: 6 months from Start date.
Position Details:
Patient Population: Geriatric.
Setting: Nursing home care.
Responsibilities: to provide primary medical management in collaboration with the Physician.
Required Procedures:
• Performs assessments in collaboration with the physician and as needed.
• Develops and implements appropriate plans of care to PO participants.
• Evaluates participant s physical complaints and provides appropriate treatment.
• Provides participants and caregiver teaching and education.
• Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Provides daily oversight of PACE Organizations Clinic.
• Perform rounds in the POs contracted nursing homes.
• Regularly informs the IDT of the medical condition of each participant, remaining alert to pertinent input from other team members, participant s caregivers, as well as documenting changes in a participant s medical record consistent with documentation policies.
EMR System: NA
Support Staff: Yes
On-Call/Weekends: Yes
Submission Requirements:
Active IN License - REQUIRED.
BLS, CDS, DEA REQUIRED.
Board Certified by ANCC or AANP REQUIRED.
A minimum of one (1) year working with the frail or elderly population strongly preferred
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Keywords:
Geriatrics, Nurse Practitioner, Locum Tenens, Healthcare, Elderly, Nursing Home, Patient Care, Medical Management, Collaborative Care, Interdisciplinary Team
