Description

PACE of Montgomery County, Gaithersburg, MD

Nurse Practitioner - Full Time (40 hours)

The primary purpose of your job position is to provide primary medical management in collaboration with the PACE Organization (PO) Physician(s). Performs assessments in collaboration with the physician and as needed. Develops and implements appropriate plans of care to PO 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). Regularly informs the IDT of the medical condition of each participant, remaining alert to pertinent input from other team members, participants caregivers, as well as documenting changes in a participants medical record consistent with documentation policies.

Join us in providing primary medical management in collaboration with our esteemed PACE Organization (PO) Physicians. As a Nurse Practitioner, you'll conduct assessments, develop care plans, and ensure participants receive comprehensive care while fostering a warm and supportive environment. 

What You Will Do: 

• Collaborate with PO physicians, performing assessments and implementing care plans. 

• Participate in discharge planning and provide acute illness treatment. 

• Conduct home visits when necessary. 

• Assist in formulating clinical policies and procedures. 

• Participate in provider on-call rotation. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Master's degree in Nursing with five (5) to seven (7) years of experience required preferably in long-term care. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice in the state of PO. CDS Certification and DEA Registration required. Board Certification by ANCC or AANP. 

• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority required. Current BLS required. 

• A minimum of one (1) year working with the frail or elderly population or if less than one (1) year of experience, must receive appropriate training from the PACE organization on working with a frail or elderly population upon hiring.

• Current BLS certification. 

• Ability to travel within the Center's geographic region. 

Position Highlights and Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package, including First Day medical coverage, dental, vision, and paid time off. 

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower-cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network. 

• Access to wages earned daily through Daily Pay. 

• Incentives through our Employee Referral program. 

• Compassionate, patient-centered environment. 

• Comprehensive orientation and professional development opportunities. 

• Fast response interview times and job offers! 

Ministry/Facility Information: 
Trinity Health PACE, provides comprehensive care for the elderly, enabling them to live in their communities. Our PACE center meets safety requirements and offers adult day programs, medical clinics, and therapy facilities. Guided by Gospel values, we serve with reverence, commitment, safety, justice, stewardship, and integrity. Join us in making a transformative healing impact in our communities. 

If you're passionate about providing top-notch care to our participants and thrive in a collaborative environment, apply now to join our team! 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Note:

Bargaining unit employees are governed by the terms and conditions of their respective collective bargaining agreements, which supersede the Employment-At-Will Statement.