Nurse Practitioner (PRN)

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)

27d•$57 - $67

About The Position

Come join our awesome team as a PRN Nurse Practitioner at Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE, Eckert. This is a PRN role. Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. The Nurse Practitioner provides primary care to participants. Performs physical assessments of new PACE Enrollees, semi-annual reassessments of participants and develops and implements appropriate plans of care for program participants. Evaluates participant physical complaints and provides appropriate treatment. Provides participants and caregiver teaching and education. Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, plan, care for, and provide services to frail elder participants according to assigned responsibilities and Senior Community Care standards. Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado (SCCCO) is a PACE Program (Program of All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly) serving older adults in Montrose and Delta Counties. Our team offers wrap-around care services to meet the unique needs of each of our participants and support them to remain living independently in their homes and communities. Our approach to care is based on our respect for the human spirit and the belief that the right to dignity doesn’t diminish with age. Compassion, empathy, personal attention are at the core of how we serve each and every program participant. Unlike other settings, getting to know our participants and building meaningful relationships are key to our success. SCCCO has centers in Montrose and Delta Counties, surrounded by the breathtaking Colorado scenery. We want our staff to love their job and offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package that support a healthy and active work-life balance. SCCCO is Great Place to Work-Certified for 7 years in a row! Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Requirements

Graduate from a school of professional nursing required.
Licensed as Registered Nurse (R.N.) in the state of Colorado.
Certified as a nurse practitioner by a national certifying organization recognized by the State Board of Nursing.
Minimum of one year’s experience in working with the frail and elderly population required.
Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
Must have a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and have means of transportation.
Skills and Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of current concepts, theories and practices related to home and community-based care for the elderly and disabled adults.
Working knowledge of the PACE regulations desired.
Thorough knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of frail older adults.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to lead and work within the interdisciplinary setting.
Strong organizational skills.
Able to manage changing priorities per needs of the PACE program and the agency.
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

Nice To Haves

Certified as a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (G.N.P.) with prescriptive authority preferred.
Two (2) years' experience as a nurse practitioner in a geriatric setting desirable. Shall have either training or related experience in the job assigned.

Responsibilities

Performs in person comprehensive history and physical assessments of new Senior CommUnity Care PACE participants.
Coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant.
Conducts an in-person re-assessment semi-annually and as needed.
Works with team members to meet emergent and acute medical and non-medical needs of participants.
Participates in discharge planning for participants in acute, skilled and long-term care settings.
Manages, evaluates and treats participants with chronic diseases, maximizing interventions in the PACE clinic or the participant’s home prior to initiating a higher level of care.
Evaluates and treats participants with acute illnesses, maximizing interventions in the PACE clinic or the participant’s home prior to initiating a higher level of care.
Following consultation with the Primary Care Physician refers participants to medical specialists as indicated.
Responsible for the oversight of the care of PACE participants who reside in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
Provide medical care and treatment of PACE participants who reside in a Skilled Nursing Facility.
Participates in the on-call rotation.
Maintains participants’ medical record and fulfills Senior CommUnity Care charting and reporting requirements.
Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. Maintains regular attendance at, and participants in Interdisciplinary Team meetings; communicates participant changes, collaborates on plan of care decisions and coordination for twenty-four (24) hour care delivery.
Provides relevant participant and caregiver education. Educates and trains participant and caregivers in appropriate care and interventions.
Provides staff in-service on a variety of relevant topics.
Completion and documentation of appropriate diagnostic coding.
Assists with the development of, standards of care; performs on-going monitoring and evaluation of patient care practice and service delivery; provides guidance and training to staff regarding medical and quality assurance issues.
Acts within the scope of his or her authority to practice.
Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of all company procedures, results and information about employees, participants and families.
Follows all Senior CommUnity Care policies and procedures and Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA) safety guidelines.
Participates in continuing education classes and any required staff and training meetings. Maintains professional licensure and certifications.
Provides information about Senior CommUnity Care Program to interested individuals and groups in adherence to PACE regulations.
Practices Universal Precautions and follows all appropriate infection control procedures.
Participates in and supports Quality Improvement Initiatives.
Performs other duties as required or requested.