Nurse Practitioner Psych Experience

4 days ago

Lakehurst, United States AcuteCare Health System LLC Full time
COME JOIN OUR TEAM

Nurse Practitioner - Great BENEFITS

Beacon of LIFE's mission is to provide the newest healthcare and social service choices for elders living in Monmouth County and Ocean County. The Beacon of LIFE center was established to deliver PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) services. The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in the community whenever possible.

We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join our Clinical team. Full-Time positions include a full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, PTO, 401k. and tuition reimbursement.

Position Summary:

Provide primary medical management with Psych in collaboration with the Beacon of LIFE physician(s). In collaboration with a physician, conduct initial, semi-annual, and unscheduled assessments and reassessments; perform additional physical assessments of participants as needed; participate in the development and implementation of participant plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Acts as an additional member of the IDT team. Evaluate participant physical complaint and provide appropriate treatment. Educate participants and families as needed regarding self-care and specific medical conditions. Function as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Regularly inform the interdisciplinary team of the medical condition of each participant, remaining alert to pertinent input from other team members, participants, and caregivers. Document care in the participant's medical record consistent with documentation policies.

Basic Qualifications:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year working with the frail or elderly

Licensure/Certifications:
  • RN License - New Jersey; APN License - New Jersey Board of Nursing
  • Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority
  • Current driver's license, proof of insurance and means of transportation.
General Responsibilities:
  • Provide primary medical coverage in collaboration with PACE physicians. Perform initial, semi-annual, and unscheduled assessments and reassessments in collaboration with the physician, perform additional physical assessments of participants as needed.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of participant plans of care as part of and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Function as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Maintains regular attendance at and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings; communicate participant changes, collaborate on care planning decisions and coordination of 24-hour care delivery.
  • Integrate the primary care treatment plan into the plan of care developed in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Interact with team members to meet emergent and acute needs of participants.
  • Participate in discharge planning for acute and long-term placement.
  • Evaluate and treat participants during acute illness. Manage participants' chronic illnesses and conditions in collaboration with the physician(s).
  • In collaboration with the Primary Care Physician, manage care of participants in the nursing home making regular visits as dictated by Beacon of LIFE standards and participant need. Make telephone contact with nursing home staff as needed.
  • In collaboration with PCP refer participants to medical specialists.
  • Provide preventive health care and maintenance for participants, including immunizations, screenings, and monitoring of pertinent indicators. Follow Beacon of LIFE's clinical protocols.
  • Prudently prescribe medications, therapies, and other treatments for participants.
  • Following consultation with the Primary Care Physician, refer participants to medical specialists as indicated.
  • Make hospital or home visits when needed.
  • Work with Medical Director and Director of Nursing to formulate clinical policies, procedures and standards of care.
  • Assist with the development of standards of care; perform on-going monitoring and evaluation of patient care practice and service delivery; provide guidance and training to staff regarding medical and quality assurance issues.
  • Advise the Medical Director and Primary Care Physician(s) in ways and means to establish better accountability of services to participants and referral sources.
  • Keep Medical Director informed of needed material and human resources as program expands.
  • Act as a resource during intake of new participants and in the day-to-day operation of the center programs and as a resource for patient safety.
  • Provide teaching and clinical support to staff.
  • Assume responsibility for professional activities and growth. Maintains professional affiliations and any required certifications. Keep abreast of current nursing knowledge, especially in the field of geriatrics by attending professional seminars and conferences.
  • Participate in staff meetings and monthly in-service meetings.
  • Participate in peer review with Medical Group.
  • Champion necessary and continuous changes to improve quality of clinical services.
  • Take it upon self to educate others related to policies and procedures when non-compliance is observed.
  • Anticipate problems and act to avoid the escalation of problems.
  • Follow all Beacon of LIFE Policies and Procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
  • Protect privacy and maintain confidentiality of all company procedures and information about employees, participants and families.
  • Practice standard precautions and follow the organization's established infection control procedures.
  • Participate in and support the Quality Assessment and Improvement initiatives.
  • Perform other duties as required or requested.


Beacon of LIFE provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Monday - Friday
8:00am - 4:30pm

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