Nurse Practitioner
Company: Element Care
Location: Lynn
Posted on: May 22, 2023
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Job Description:
The Nurse Practitioner participates as a member of the PACE
Interdisciplinary Team in the planning, implementation and
evaluation of care plans that meet the objectives, standards and
policies of the PACE model of care. The Nurse Practitioner
collaborates with the Medical Doctors at the site to provide
comprehensive primary care to the participants. This position is
full time , Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pmEssential
Responsibilities:? Conducts initial examinations of all new
participant and quarterly examinations thereafter, for the first
year of enrollment.? Evaluates participants for episodic visits,
acute illnesses and follow-ups of hospitalizations.? Makes nursing
home visits in accordance with the state nursing home requirements
and as needed.? Makes home visits as needed acutely or in chronic
situations when participants are home bound.? Participates in the
After Hours On-Call Coverage.? Provides appropriate health care
teaching to patients, their families and caregivers, as well as to
other members of the Interdisciplinary Team.? Adheres to the
standards set forth in the Element Care NP/MD Collaborative
Practice Guide.? Completes appropriate, accurate, timely
documentation, onsite and offsite.? Ensures that duties are
accomplished in a fiscally responsible manner adhering to
established budgetary constraints.? Ensures that all interactions
with clients are conducted in a manner that adheres to the highest
standards of care for all Element Care clients.? Ability to pass a
fit test. Position requires mask where seal is critical. Incumbent
is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight
seal of the respirator.? Frequent local travel.? Performs other
duties as assigned.Job Specification:? Master of Science Degree in
Nursing (MSN).? Current Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner
in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.? Massachusetts and DEA
Prescription Privileges.? Credentialed for the Element Care
affiliate Long Term Care Facilities.? Current CPR Certification.?
Minimum of one (1) year working with a geriatric population.?
Ability to convey information clearly and succinctly with all
employees, so that relevant information is communicated
appropriately and in a timely manner.? Ability to lead
independently and to be able to work well with others.? Ability to
work within a team concept and to be considerate of co-workers and
colleagues.? Ability to pay attention to detail, to be a
self-starter, and to complete tasks on time.? Ability to be able to
quickly recognize situations/problems before they become acute, and
to be able to implement effective solutions and understand
consequences.Spanish speaking preferredCovid vaccines required.EEO
Statement Element Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin,
sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of
disability.Element Care is committed to valuing diversity and
contributing to an inclusive working environment. PI214917405
Keywords: Element Care, Lynn , Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Lynn, Massachusetts
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