APP - Geriatrics

Yale New Haven Health•New Haven, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dorothy Adler Geriatric Assessment Center is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their dedicated geriatrics team. This role is essential to maintaining timely, high-quality care for a growing and complex geriatric population. This position will serve as a core clinical provider within the Adler Center, supporting both direct patient care and day-to-day clinical operations.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License.
OR Connecticut State Registered Nurse License, Connecticut State Nurse Practitioner License, Board specialty certification, as appropriate for position profile ACLS/BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License.
Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with interest or experience in geriatrics
Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex patients independently
Team-oriented with a commitment to patient-centered care

Nice To Haves

Clinical working experience as an NP/PA in the specialty/service line is preferred but not required.
APRNs, PAs, CRNAs, and CNMs must be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS hospital and go through the Medical Staff credentialing process. To be eligible, evidence of current competence to practice as an APRN, PA, CRNA, or CNM must be provided. This includes obtaining appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners during the Medical Staff appointment process.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive geriatric assessments and ongoing care
Manage complex medical, cognitive, and functional needs of older adults
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team supporting geriatric patients and their families