About this opportunity
Source Medical, LLC. lists this Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner opportunity in cambridge, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Nurse Practitioner - Geriatrics opening near Boston - Located in Cambridge, MA - Boston 5m- Full-time, permanent opening- Employed position Job Details: - Seeking a Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner- Provides direct patient care relative to physical diagnosis and therapeutic management independently, using physician consultation where appropriate- Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the plan of care for a panel of patients. Evaluates individual health care status of patients, including eliciting a patient history, performance of physical examination, ordering of screening and diagnostic tests, risk assessment and interprets this information to establish a diagnosis.- Develops and implements a plan of care, including treatments, medications and the like within defined guidelines for practice. Provides care to the patient in a manner that incorporates the principles of patient satisfaction and delivery of cost effective care. Participates in the development and evaluation of practice guidelines.- Monitors the individual's response to therapy and revises the plan, as indicated, with particular attention to education and counseling and encouragement of self-care. Provides ongoing individualized patient orientation to APG/BIDCO. Seeks consultation from the consulting physician and other members of the healthcare team. Makes appropriate referrals as indicated by patient needs.- Identifies learning needs of patients and staff and collaborates with other leaders to determine priorities for educational programs. Participates in interdisciplinary education programs of the practice and provides clinical precepting for nursing students, nurse practitioner students, medical students and others. Provides leadership that supports APG, BIDHC practice policies and goals. Qualifications: - Master's degree in Nursing required.- License Nursing License required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.- 1-3 years related work experience required.- Valid prescriptive authority from both the MA DPH-DCP and Federal DEA- MA Board authorization to practice as an APRN NRSG- American Heart Association-Basic Life Support Certificate- Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access. Preferred Qualifications: - Related primary care practice expertise. About Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a dynamic city with a population of approximately 118,000, known for its vibrant academic and cultural scene. Located just across the Charles River from Boston, Cambridge is home to prestigious institutions like Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), attracting a diverse and intellectually engaged community. The city features a rich array of restaurants, shops, and cultural events, making it a lively place to live and explore. With its extensive public transportation options and proximity to Boston, residents enjoy easy access to urban amenities while benefiting from the unique charm and character of Cambridge.
Worksite address
cambridge, MA, 02138, US
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