Full Job Description
As a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive healthcare to elderly patients. Your responsibilities include conducting assessments, diagnosing conditions, prescribing medications, and developing care plans tailored to the unique needs of older adults. Working in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals, your focus will be on improving patient outcomes and quality of life. You will also educate patients and their families about aging-related health concerns, nutrition, and preventive care. Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills are essential for building trust and ensuring adherence to treatment plans.
The Work You'll Do:
- Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic treatment.
- Diagnose acute and chronic illnesses and prescribe appropriate medications.
- Educate patients and families about their conditions, treatment options, and preventive strategies.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed to meet health goals.
- Perform comprehensive geriatric assessments and develop patient care plans.
What You'll Bring:
- Advanced diagnostic skills to interpret clinical data accurately.
- Compassionate communication for discussing sensitive health topics.
- Critical thinking skills to solve complex medical issues creatively.
- Deep understanding of aging physiology and age-related illnesses.
- Leadership abilities to manage and mentor support staff effectively.
Qualifications:
- Commitment to continued education and keeping current with healthcare advancements.
- Experience in managing hospice or palliative care effectively.
- Extensive training in geriatric health management and pharmacology.
- Master's degree in Nursing with specialization in geriatrics.
- Registered Nurse (RN) License with Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) certification.