PERM Geriatric NP

Location: Merion Station PA

Facility: LIFE (Living Independently for Elders) is a Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which assists older adults in living safely at home. Eligible participants are 55-years old or older, live in the designated service area, meet the state requirements for nursing home care and are able to live safely in the community. LIFE is designed around the needs of the individual and provides comprehensive medical, health and social services (including adult day health programs, rehabilitation therapy, nutritious meals and social engagement) to participants at the center as well as in their homes LIFE services are paid for by Medicare, Medicaid or private payment. There are little or no out-of-pocket charges if participants qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid or Medicaid only. For participants who do not qualify for Medicaid, there is a flat monthly fee. Participants may be personally liable for the cost of unauthorized or out-of-network services.

Opportunity: Nurse Practitioners Needed for PACE Programs
* Locums or direct hire options
* Monday-Friday 8-4:30
On Call: Required for after hours and weekend coverage (currently is two weekdays per month and one weekend per quarter)

Looking for a compassionate and experienced Full-Time Nurse Practitioner!

Job Description:

• The primary purpose of your job position is to provide primary medical management in collaboration with the PACE Organization (PO) Physician(s).
• Performs assessments in collaboration with the physician and as needed.
• Develops and implements appropriate plans of care to PO participants.
• Evaluates participant 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.
• Must be action-oriented, have business acumen, manage conflict well, be customer focused, have high decision, flexibility to adapt to ongoing change and have organizational agility. Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.
• Possess interpersonal skills to drive collaboration, commitment and productivity when working with cross-functional teams, customers and end users. Must be comfortable functioning in a virtual, collaborative shared leadership environment.
• Demonstrates superior written and verbal communication and presentation skills appropriate for audience comprehension. Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral, that may be used either in an on-site or virtual environment is required. Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives.
• Comprehensive to expert proficiency with Microsoft product suite (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.); basic knowledge and experience with electronic mail and calendaring system. Knowledge of systems necessary, experience preferred. Ability to type with speed and accuracy. Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Possesses a high degree of personal accountability, responsibility and independent decision-making abilities with the skills to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the organization in line with mission, vision, and philosophy of Mercy LIFE.
• Excellent organizational skills. Ability to perform multiple duties and functions related to daily operations and maintain excellent customer service skills. Ability to perform frequent detailed tasks and provide immediate service with frequent interruptions. Ability to change and be flexible with work priorities. Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to research, analyze and assimilate information from various on-site or virtual sources based on technical and experience-based knowledge. Must exhibit critical thinking skills and possess the ability to prioritize workload.
• Position requires periodic travel within the center's geographic region.
• EMR: TruChart
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority required

Requirements:

• ANCC/AANP Board Certified - REQUIRED
• Active PA license - REQUIRED
• 5-7 years of NP experience preferably in long-term care and minimum 1 year working with the frail or elderly population - REQUIRED
• BLS - REQUIRED
• CDS Certification - REQUIRED
• DEA Registration - REQUIRED
• Clean/Clear malpractice - HIGHLY PREFERRED
• EMR TruChart experience - HIGHLY PREFERRED
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Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: $93,582 - $140,373 depending upon experience
• Warm and supportive environment
• Enjoy a truly patient-centered focus
• Excel with supportive, motivated colleagues in an inspiring environment
• Flexibility
• Career paths and professional development
• Learn the industry's best, easy-to-use, advanced technology
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• 403b
• Generous paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive orientation
• Additional benefits to be discussed at interview