Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner

Company: TEEMA
Location: Columbus
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Overview:
The PCP Nurse Practitioner will provide direct and indirect care to patients. Working under the direct supervision of the Medical Director/PCP, this role involves managing complex clinical situations, performing health assessments, and coordinating patient care.
Other Information:

• Setting: Out Patient Clinic
• Population: Geriatric population
  
  What you will be doing:
  • Conduct health histories, physical exams, and patient teaching; order, interpret, and follow up on lab tests and results.
  • Perform selected procedures and document care in the electronic medical record (EMR); initiate emergency measures as needed.
  • Manage medication orders and diagnostic studies/treatments within attending physician-approved protocols.
  • Assess, initiate, and coordinate patient care daily under the supervision of the attending physician.
  • Refer patients to other physicians and specialists with staff PCP approval.
  • Act as a liaison with healthcare professionals, providing education, communication, and support for staff, patients, and families.
  • Participate in the provider call schedule and attend staff meetings.
  • Assist the interdisciplinary team (IDT) in formulating a plan for the coordination of 24-hour care.
  • Document patient changes in the medical record and communicate these changes to team members.
  • Evaluate and treat patients in various settings, including homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.
  • Precept medical students and residents during their clinic rotation.
  • Encourage patients to have Advanced Directives and provide education as needed; discuss Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) options and complete necessary documentation in collaboration with a physician.
  • Other duties as assigned

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