Post-Acute, LTC Part Time Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

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

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