What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Ultra Health Providers?
Company Background
Ultra Health is dedicated to improving reaction times and patient outcomes in the skilled nursing and long-term care residential environments. Our unique model provides on site medical coverage to extend the reach of doctors, hospitals, and health systems. Working together with our facilities, health systems, and network partners, Ultra Health is helping to speed recovery and lower rates of hospital readmission.
***THIS POSITION SERVES TWO FACILITIES IN GLASGOW, KY***
Nurse Practitioner Job Description
Working collaboratively as a member of the medical staff, the APRN will play a critical role in managing the medical needs of skilled nursing facility patients and long-term care residents. The APRN will establish and build strong working relationships with administrators and staff throughout their designated building and will act as the primary point of contact for emergencies and urgent care visits. Ultra Health provides our APRNs with the training and tools to do more of what you love – working independently to see patients and treat complex medical conditions in an environment that needs and appreciates your efforts. Ultra Health offers a highly competitive base salary, performance-based bonus, and other benefits.
***THIS POSITION SERVES TWO FACILITIES IN GLASGOW, KY***
Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities
- Provide primary, urgent, and preventive care for residents in assigned skilled nursing facility. May also provide care to assisted living facility residents.
- Verify admission orders and conduct initial assessment of resident. Conduct Physical exams, medication review, and medical screenings
- Collaborate with facility medical director, attending physicians and nursing staff to deliver the highest level of care to the patient
- Communicate with, and counsel family members on material changes in clinical status and treatment options
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid Nurse Practitioner in the state of Kentucky
- DEA License
- Nurse Practitioner national certification
- A clinical background in adult, family or geriatric specialties
- Vaccination against COVID-19 is required for all new hires unless the individual qualifies for a remote, religious, or medical exemption.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in internal medicine, gerontology, or cardiology
- Excellent administrative, organizational and verbal skills
- Ability to work independently
- Detail oriented
- Dependable and reliable
- Nursing experience in ICU / ER / SNF a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in the LTC setting either as a Nurse Practitioner or other? If yes, please describe.
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $150,000