Job Description

Job Description

LanceSoft is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Geriatrics for a local contract job in Schenectady, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Geriatrics
• Discipline: Nurse Practitioner
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days, nights, flexible
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Job Description
Do you have a passion for helping the geriatric population? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Look no further and apply today! We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive primary care services to residents of assisted living facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with the geriatric population and/or long-term care and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Why Join Us?

• Convenient working hours!
• No nights or weekends, making for a great work/life balance!
• Beautiful work environment!
• Competitive salary!
• Opportunity for professional growth and development!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments of residents, including physical examinations, medical histories, and medication reconciliation.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, considering the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
• Manage chronic conditions and acute illnesses, providing timely interventions and appropriate referrals as needed.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as laboratory tests and imaging studies, to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of practice and in accordance with state regulations and facility policies.
• Participate in care initiation for chronic care management services.
• Provide education and counseling to residents and their families regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary meetings to enhance the overall quality of care and resident outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all assessments, interventions, and communications in the electronic medical record system.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing and graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the relevant state.
• Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed during the practice.
• Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.

Preferred Experience

• A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care.
• Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) electronic health records.
• Must be completed 3600 clinical hours

Schedule

• Full and part-time opportunities available.
• On-site required.

 

About LanceSoft

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Fixed term contract, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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