NURSE PRACTITIONER - Sprain Brook Manor : Job Details

A skilled nursing facility located in Scarsdale is seeking an experienced NP to join our team.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will be responsible for working in collaboration with the medical director and attending physicians in the medical management of residents admitted to the Skilled Nursing Facility/Sub-Acute Rehab unit. The Nurse Practitioner will assess, diagnose and treat the residents, according to their scope of practice and NYS Law.

The Nurse Practitioner will take/review patients medical histories, conduct physical examinations, write admission and follow up notes in the EMR, order and interpret labs and diagnostic studies, diagnose and treat medical conditions, make referrals when needed and prescribe medications including controlled medications.

Schedule

PT/Per Diem (Ideally Weekends)

Minimum Requirements

Maintains current nursing and advanced practice license in compliance with State law

Maintains current DEA licensure

certification in their area of specialty

PECOS approved

Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships

Experience in working with older adults with complex medical conditions

Ability to assess subtle changes in health conditions of the older adult

Working knowledge of State and Federal Long Term Care regulations

Excellent administrative, organizational and verbal skills

Effective communication skills with the geriatric population

Ability to work independently

Detail oriented

Dependable and reliable

Proficiency in EMR systems (Sigma/MatrixCare a Plus)

Preferred Qualifications

A clinical background in adult, family or geriatric practice

Past experience working in a nursing home or with older adults in other settings

Experience in working in a post-acute setting

PVL placement proficiency