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Addus HomeCare, Inc.

Nurse Practitioner - PRN

Addus HomeCare, Inc., Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101

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Overview House Calls PRN NP

House Calls of New Mexico, Santa Fe Branch

is hiring! Seeking

PRN Nurse Practitioner

to join our growing team of clinical professionals that believe in making a difference in our patient’s lives. Apply today!

Responsibilities

PRN 2-3 days a week

Coverage area: Santa Fe & surrounding areas

Palliative Care experience a plus

What You’ll Do

Assume primary responsibility for determining patient eligibility for care based on State, Federal guidelines.

Obtain data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may impact patient and family’s needs and initiate intervention by other members of the interdisciplinary team

Initiate communication with the attending physician, other interdisciplinary staff members and other agencies for the purpose of admission or recertification for care and coordinating optimal care.

Effectively utilize resources to assist in meeting the patient’s needs

Provide regular visits to reassess the patient’s eligibility, needs, and update the plan of care

Perform therapeutic, preventative, and rehabilitative nursing procedures as directed by the attending physician

Perform initial assessment of individuals referred for care, determine their eligibility based on criteria and perform admission of the patient

Maintain an accurate clinical record through the time of preparation of care plans and clinical and progress notes

Maintain regular communication with all members of the interdisciplinary team, advising physician and nursing supervisor to any changes in the patient’s condition or needs as well as potential problems or issues

Provide effective teaching to family, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care for the patient

Position Requirements & Competencies

Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program

Palliative care experience a plus

Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice

Minimum of two years of varied work experience as a professional nurse

Must possess current CPR Certification

Demonstrated skill in nursing practices and clinical judgments

Ability to make home visits and provide nursing care in the home environment

Ability to cope with family emotional stress and tolerance of individual lifestyles

Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to complete job responsibilities

Must have reliable transportation, current driver's license, and appropriate automobile insurance; or ability to take public transportation

Text 9652 to 505-806-1865 to apply

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