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Element Care PACE · 7 hours ago

Advanced Practice Provider – NP/PA

Methuen, Massachusetts

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Element Care PACE is a healthcare provider focused on delivering comprehensive care for the elderly. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – NP/PA will collaborate with the medical team to implement and evaluate care plans, conduct physical examinations, and provide health education to participants.

Elder CareHealth CareHome Health CarePersonal HealthService Industry

Responsibilities

Conducts thorough and comprehensive physical examinations of participants on an annual and semi-annual basis

Evaluates participants in a variety of care settings (homes, ALFs, at the center, etc.) for episodic visits, acute illnesses and follow-up from hospitalizations

Makes nursing home visits in accordance with the state nursing home requirements and as clinically indicated

Makes home visits as needed acutely or in chronic situations when participants are home bound

Participates in the After Hours On-Call Coverage

Provides appropriate health care teaching to patients, their families and caregivers, as well as to other members of the Interdisciplinary Team

Adheres to the standards set forth in the Element Care APP/MD Collaborative Practice Guide

Completes appropriate, accurate, timely documentation, onsite and offsite

Ensures that duties are accomplished in a fiscally responsible manner adhering to established budgetary constraints

Ensures that all interactions with clients are conducted in a manner that adheres to the highest standards of care for all Element Care clients

Ability to pass a fit test. Position requires mask where seal is critical. Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight seal of the respirator

Frequent local travel

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Master of Science DegreeBoard Certification NP/PAMassachusetts Prescription PrivilegesCPR CertificationGeriatric ExperienceTeamworkAttention to DetailEffective CommunicationProblem Recognition

Required

Master of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies

Current Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Massachusetts and DEA Prescription Privileges

Credentialed for the Element Care affiliate Long Term Care Facilities

Current CPR Certification

Minimum of one 2 years working with a geriatric population

Ability to convey information clearly and succinctly with all employees, so that relevant information is communicated appropriately and in a timely manner

Ability to lead independently and to be able to work well with others

Ability to work within a team concept and to be considerate of co-workers and colleagues

Ability to pay attention to detail, to be a self-starter, and to complete tasks on time

Ability to be able to quickly recognize situations/problems before they become acute, and to be able to implement effective solutions and understand consequences

Ability to pass a fit test. Position requires mask where seal is critical. Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight seal of the respirator

Frequent local travel