Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Rooted in Jewish values and traditions, and consistent with the highest standards of quality care, MJHS Health System is a premier provider of health services in the greater metropolitan area and beyond, ensuring access to health, supportive and community-based services across the continuum of need.  Our MJHS Medical Associates, P.C. is a group of Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, RN Case Managers and LPN's who provide care to Elderplan members who are residents of assisted living and long term care facilities, as well as to those living at home.

In collaboration with physician, the NP will be providing comprehensive assessment, including multifactorial complex

physical examination and psychosocial needs, self - management education & tools to better manage patient’s multiple

conditions. As a part of Interdisciplinary Co-Management Program, the NP will be providing and coordinating primary

care services to an assigned the at risk panel of Elderplan members who reside in the community. The NP will insure

development of care planning and access to preventive care services in accordance with member and Plan health outcome

goals and objectives. The NP will act as clinical resource to the member, family and interdisciplinary team.

• Masters Degree in Nursing, graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner program required
• One year of clinical experience in role of nurse practitioner required; Minimum one year in geriatric specialty
• Previous clinical RN experience in acute, subacute and / or long term care setting preferred
• Prior experience in managed care a plus
• Ability to assess, diagnose, treat and follow-up
• Ability to work independently and as part of interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to develop relationships and communicate to members / family
• Establish priorities and maintain schedules
• NYS RN / NP License, Registration, DEA certificates