Np Geriatric Medicine - Woodlyn, United States - Berwick Health
Description
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Physician
Job Title:
Nurse Practitioner - Geriatric Medicine
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in Geriatric Medicine to join our healthcare team.
As an NP in our Geriatric Medicine department, you will play a crucial role in providing holistic and patient-centered care to elderly individuals.
This rewarding position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of older adults by optimizing their overall health and well-being.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of elderly patients, including medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for geriatric patients, collaborating with healthcare professionals from various disciplines.
- Provide primary and preventive care to geriatric patients, including managing chronic diseases, prescribing medications, and ordering necessary laboratory tests.
- Educate patients and their families about disease management, treatment options, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Assist in coordinating care transitions for geriatric patients between different healthcare settings, ensuring continuity of care and patient safety.
- Conduct regular health screenings and preventive services tailored to the unique needs of older adults, including immunizations, osteoporosis screenings, and cancer screenings.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement programs focused on geriatric patient care and health promotion.
- Provide counseling and support to geriatric patients and their families regarding end-of-life care planning, advanced directives, and palliative care options.
- Participate in research activities and quality improvement initiatives within the field of geriatric medicine.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in geriatric medicine through continuous education and professional development.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Master's degree in Nursing with specialization as a Family or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
- Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice.
- Certification as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP-BC) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) by a recognized credentialing body.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience providing primary care to geriatric patients preferred.
- Strong knowledge of geriatric healthcare management, including age-related conditions, medication management, and end-of-life care.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with a diverse healthcare team and educate patients and their families.
- Proficient in using electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare software systems.
- Ability to work independently, make sound clinical judgments, and manage time efficiently.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centered approach to care.
- Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
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Required Skills:
EMERGENCY MEDICINE
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