Nurse Practitioner

Company: Healthdrive
Location: Meriden
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Overview:HealthDrive is looking for a Nurse Practitioner to manage the medical needs of skilled nursing residents in both the sub-acute rehab and long-term care units. The Nurse Practitioner will diagnose and treat health conditions, promote good health practices, and work collaboratively as a member of the medical staff. The APRN will also establish and build strong working relationships with administrators and staff throughout their designated building and will act as the primary point of contact for emergencies and routine medical visits. The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests, and overseeing patient health.HealthDrive provides our APRNs with the training and tools to do more of what you love working independently to see patients and treating complex medical conditions. Our comprehensive 3-week paid training program combines classroom learning and fieldwork, with a mentor APRN, to fully prepare you for success!HealthDrive can offer you:Monthly Performance-Based BonusesMedical, Dental, & Vision Benefits (Including Life, LTD/STD, & Dependent Care Spending)401k and generous PTOFully covered Malpractice InsuranceLicense Renewal Reimbursement (APRN, RN, DEA, & Controlled Substance License Renewals)Robust, free CEU platform - accredited by the ANCCClinical Mentorship & Training Program**Some benefits are only available for full-time work, please inquire with your recruiter**HealthDrive delivers on-site primary/post-acute care, behavioral health, dentistry, optometry, podiatry, and audiology services to residents in long-term care, skilled nursing and assisted living facilities. Each specialty offered by HealthDrive is one that directly impacts the quality of daily life for the deserving residents we serve. HealthDrive connects patients in need of vital healthcare to practitioners committed to dignity and excellence.Responsibilities:The Nurse Practitioner will provide primary, post-acute, and preventative care for residents in both the sub-acute rehab and long-term care units.Provide primary and preventative care for residents in an assigned facilityOrder and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)Diagnose health conditions and illnessesPropose treatments for chronic and infectious diseasesPrescribe medicationsMaintain accurate records and schedulesInform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medicationsOversee patients overall healthOn-call requirement only 2 times per month 6pm-8amSkillsExperience in one of these Nurse Practitioner specialties: gerontology, acute care, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology.Effective communication skills with the geriatric or Medicare populationNursing experience in ICU/ER/SNF a plusQualifications:Masters Degree from an accredited college/universityState professional Nurse Practitioner licenseBoard Certification RequiredDEA/Controlled Substance LicenseValid drivers licenseAbility to work both independently and collaboratively with on-site staff.Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills.Ability to use email, the internet, and to learn other healthcare related software.#PCATHDby Jobble

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