Nurse Practitioner

$78,000 - $156,000/Yr

Gerio Primary Care PC - Breese, IL

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Breese, IL

About the position

The Nurse Practitioner role involves providing primary care services to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities, focusing on geriatrics and dementia care. The position offers both part-time and full-time opportunities, allowing for flexibility in scheduling while ensuring comprehensive care for patients.

Responsibilities

• Make rounds in Skilled Nursing Facilities to provide primary care to residents.
• Provide comprehensive primary care services to geriatrics patients, including dementia care.
• Perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat common acute illnesses and injuries.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for chronic conditions and manage ongoing care.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as medical imaging and laboratory tests.
• Prescribe medications, including psychopharmacology, and provide patient education on medication use.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care, including discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records using eClinicalWorks or similar electronic health record system.
• Communicate with office staff to address faxes and telephone call messages from facilities.

Requirements

• Must have a valid Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Illinois.
• Strong knowledge and experience in geriatrics, dementia care, and other primary care services preferred.
• Proficiency in using eClinicalWorks or similar electronic health record system.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Medical Specialty: Geriatrics
• Primary Care