Nurse Practitioner Family Health

The Nurse Practitioner will perform the following general duties: Performs initial medical screening on assigned patients or when consulted; Performs ongoing assessment to determine how the needs of the patient/family/caregiver will be met. Monitors treatment, progress and medications of assigned patients. Documents as per CMS regulations. Participates in weekly rounds on assigned patients; Orders medications, consultations, laboratory and radiology requests in accordance with hospital guidelines. Ensures the patient/family/caregiver is aware of medical recommendations/follow-up. Completes Discharge Summary which reflects status and plan of care post discharge. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Certification and current registration as a Nurse Practitioner in a specialty practice area by the New York State Education Department.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES

Five years of advanced clinical experience in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. Preferred candidate will also have experience working in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF). Candidate will have familiarity with transitional care and skilled nursing facility protocols, including discharge planning, medication reconciliation and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams. Strong background in wound care, patient and family education, particularly around chronic disease management and prevention of hospital re-admissions. Proven ability to work collaboratively with teams including physicians, case managers, social workers, and rehabilitation staff. Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and NYS Mandated Infection Prevention training are requirements in this position. Benefits Health Insurance Paid Time Off Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Certification and current registration as a Nurse Practitioner in a specialty practice area by the New York State Education Department.