Nurse Practitioner (Geriatrics)

Job DescriptionINTRODUCTION Under the supervision of the Medical Director, the Nurse Practitioner provides expanded care to patients by exercising independent judgment related to patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment of diseases, counseling, and comprehensive care of UHC Patients. MAJOR DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following: * Provides preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic services to patient. * Obtains medical histories and conducts physical examinations and evaluations as appropriate. * Orders and interprets laboratory/radiology testing, as appropriate. * Makes diagnoses and prescribes therapeutic measures of care including legend drugs and controlled substances. * Counsels patient, and provides teaching for health maintenance and specific health problems. * Makes appropriate referrals to specialist, 24-hour shelters, and hospitals. * Recognizes and manages common acute and chronic illnesses within her/his scope of practice. * Develops and participates in screening programs. * Provides immediate emergency care as needed and makes arrangements for transport to appropriate hospital or health service when necessary. * Collaborates, as needed, with social worker, medical-clerical assistant, and physician responsible for team regarding treatments, referrals, and follow-up care of patients. * Conducts peer review and quality improvement activities on a regular basis. * Attends meetings as assigned. * Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Must have current DC RN license with certification by the ANCC or AANP, DEA license, and CDS license. * Two (2) years of experience in ambulatory care setting with some contact with homeless patients. * Must be willing to accept "on call" duties on a regular rotation. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS This position reports directly to the Medical Director. GUIDELINES This position abides by all rules and regulations set forth by applicable licensing and regulatory bodies, as well as UHC policies and procedures. PERSONAL CONTACTS This position requires contact with staff at all levels throughout the organization. There are also external organizational relationships that may be part of the work of this individual. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items such as books and paper is required. Refer to attached ADA requirements for the position. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS The incumbent must be able to balance the needs of diverse constituencies on a daily basis. RISKS The position involves everyday risk and discomforts, which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meetings, training rooms, and other UHC health Care Sites. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. All medical services shall be provided according to medically accepted community standards of care. The employee shall provide evidence of a recent (within the past twelve (12) months) health assessment that includes a PPD and/or chest x-ray results. The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.