Nurse Practitioner
Job Description
Job Description
Your next career opportunity begins here! Join our team as a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner and contribute to a compassionate and dynamic environment that transforms lives—one participant at a time.
Our organization is part of a national service network that focuses on housing and healthcare, dedicated to serving the community.
Job Overview
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a rotating on-call schedule during evenings and occasional weekends.
Travel Requirements: Yes, occasional local travel to participants’ residences is necessary.
Compensation: Annual salary ranges from $116,480 to $135,200.
Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner (NP), under the guidance of the Medical Director, delivers primary care to participants. Key duties include:
- Conducting physical assessments for new PACE enrollees and performing semi-annual evaluations.
- Creating and implementing tailored care plans for participants in the Senior Community Care program.
- Assessing physical complaints and providing suitable treatments.
- Educating participants and their caregivers.
- Collaborating as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
- Exhibiting the necessary knowledge and skills to care for frail elderly participants in accordance with established standards.
Required Qualifications
- Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (R.N.) license in the state of employment.
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program is essential.
- Certification as a nurse practitioner from a nationally recognized certifying body is required.
- A minimum of one year of experience working with the elderly and frail population is necessary.
- Relevant training or experience related to the assigned role is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification as a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (G.N.P.) with prescriptive authority is preferred.
- Two years of experience as a nurse practitioner in a geriatric setting is desirable.
Core Responsibilities
- Oversee residents in skilled nursing facilities.
- Evaluate the health status of residents in skilled nursing facilities.
- Provide medical care and treatment to residents.
- Coordinate care with Primary Care Physicians and Medical Directors.
- Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations for new participants.
- Work with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Perform semiannual reassessments and additional evaluations as needed.
- Integrate primary care treatment plans into the overall care strategy developed by the IDT.
- Engage with team members to address urgent needs of participants and assist in discharge planning.
About Our Organization
Our PACE program, which stands for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, includes a diverse team of clinical professionals, maintenance staff, culinary experts, and more. Unlike traditional clinical settings, our PACE centers offer flexible work schedules, with most roles requiring only occasional weekend shifts. This allows team members to build meaningful relationships with their patients.
Located in the vibrant capital city of Michigan, our organization values both staff and residents highly. We provide more standard working hours compared to typical elder care roles, promoting a healthy work-life balance through paid time off and regular appreciation events throughout the year. Join us and discover why our organization has been recognized as a Great Place to Work for four consecutive years.
In our employee surveys, many expressed that their work holds special significance: it’s not just a job.
We celebrate diversity and inclusivity at our organization. Equal employment opportunities are available to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that embracing individual strengths and unique differences fosters a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
Licenses & Certifications
- Nurse Practitioner certification is required.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This organization is obligated to inform all applicants of their rights under federal employment laws. For more information, please refer to the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.