House Calls Nurse Practitioner-Geriatrics-Austin
Millennium Physician Groupā¢Austin, TX
ā¢Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and clinically astute Nurse Practitioner to join our geriatric clinical team. In this role, you will serve as the primary clinical presence within assigned Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), bridging the gap between acute hospital discharge and long-term recovery. You will manage a diverse patient population ranging from short-term rehabilitation residents to long-term care patients, ensuring high-quality, person-centered medical management.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted APRN license in the state of Texas.
- Board certification.
- Strong clinical intuition, autonomy in decision-making, and exceptional "bedside manner" when handling end-of-life or goals-of-care discussions.
Nice To Haves
- Geriatric certification is a plus.
- Prior experience in geriatrics, internal medicine, or post-acute care is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular clinical rounding, performing detailed physical exams and assessments to formulate accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Manage intricate geriatric syndromes, including cognitive impairment, mobility issues, and frailty.
- Oversee the medical needs of patients with multiple chronic comorbidities and those requiring acute post-hospitalization rehabilitation.
- Review and optimize medication regimens with a specific focus on reducing polypharmacy and ensuring pharmacological safety in the elderly.
- Collaborate closely with the attending physician to co-manage complex cases in both SNF and long-term care settings.
- Actively participate in Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) meetings alongside nursing staff, therapists, social workers, and families to create and implement cohesive care plans.
- Lead sensitive and critical conversations with residents and their families regarding advance care planning, palliative goals, and quality-of-life transitions.
- Complete accurate patient documentation in a timely manner.
- Participate in weekly clinical conference calls to discuss patient outcomes and practice standards.
- Attend in-person practice meetings approximately four (4) times per year.
- Shared on-call responsibilities totaling approximately 12 shifts per year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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