Adult / Family Nurse Practitioner

Long-Term Care Facility

Adult / Family Nurse Practitioner

Waterloo, New York, United States

$115,000 to $135,000

• Patient Assessment and Diagnosis :  Conducting comprehensive assessments of residents' health status, diagnosing acute and chronic conditions, and developing individualized care plans.
• Medication Management :  Prescribing, administering, and monitoring medications, ensuring appropriate dosages and addressing potential side effects. This is a significant responsibility for NPs.
• Chronic Disease Management :  Managing common chronic conditions prevalent in elderly populations, such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and dementia.
• Acute Care :  Providing care for acute illnesses and injuries, such as infections, falls, and exacerbations of chronic conditions, often in collaboration with physicians.
• Collaboration and Communication :  Working closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and families to coordinate care and ensure optimal patient outcomes. Communication with families about patient status and care plans is crucial.
• Patient Education :  Educating residents and their families about health conditions, treatment options, and preventative care strategies.
• Documentation :  Maintaining accurate and detailed medical records, documenting all patient encounters, assessments, and interventions. This is essential for legal and quality of care purposes.
• Quality Improvement :  Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of care and patient safety within the facility.

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Skills and Certification