Five Star is looking for an experienced Post Acute / Long Term Care Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices in a Post-acute, Long-term care setting.
As an advanced practice registered nurse, you’ll be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible. The job description of a nurse practitioner includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients’ health.
You’ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives.
Extensive clinical experience on primary care is vital. As a Nurse Practitioner, you’ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude.
Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you’re dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse, we’d like to meet you.
Responsibilities Examine patients and their medical records Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.) Diagnose health conditions and illnesses Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases Prescribe medications Maintain accurate records and schedules Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications Educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and prevention Oversee patients’ overall health Promote good health practices Advance professional knowledge and conduct research Skills Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a skilled nursing environment Expertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practices Knowledge of health and patient care regulations Excellent communication skills Strong ethics Team spirit with a positive attitude Patience and cool-headedness Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience Valid nurse practitioner license Master’s degree Job Type : Part-time Benefits : Flexible schedule Malpractice insurance Medical specialties : Geriatrics Internal Medicine Primary Care Standard shift : Day shift Weekly schedule : Monday to Friday Work setting : In-person Skilled nursing facility Sub-acute care License / Certification : Certified Nurse Practitioner license (Required) Work Location : In person Powered by JazzHR