Traveling Nurse Practitioner of Nursing Homes

About Company:

Why Choose American Endovascular?

American Endovascular provides important administrative and business support services to teams of renowned medical professionals who save the limbs that others can’t. These physicians represent the “best of the best”—nationally recognized as innovators and leaders in the fields of Amputation Prevention and Endovascular & Interventional Radiology. We are committed to helping medical professionals advance minimally invasive-image guided procedures, leading the forefront of the next wave of endovascular care.

Our Identity Statement

We are the only multi-center practice, including the first state-licensed, diversified endovascular ambulatory surgery center in NYC, that offers superior comprehensive and collaborative care for multiple vascular conditions, delivering PAD outcomes that surpass those reported in the published literature.

We are going to improve and save the lives of more than 30,000 people by 2030 because we empower our people to raise awareness and take action to eliminate pain, avoid hospitalizations, and give people their lives back.

About the Role:

The Traveling Nurse Practitioner of Nursing Homes plays a critical role in delivering high-quality healthcare services to elderly and vulnerable populations across various nursing home facilities throughout the United States. This position requires adaptability and clinical expertise to assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions in diverse patient populations within long-term care settings. The role involves collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and social workers, to develop and implement individualized care plans that promote patient well-being and improve health outcomes. As a traveling practitioner, you will provide continuity of care while adjusting to different facility protocols and patient needs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices. Ultimately, this role aims to enhance the quality of life for nursing home residents by delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in a variety of clinical environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (NP) license valid in the United States.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program with Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), or relevant specialty recognized by a national certifying body.
• Minimum of two years clinical experience in primary care, geriatrics, or long-term care settings.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in nursing homes, assisted living, or other long-term care facilities.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems commonly used in nursing homes.
• Certification in geriatric care or palliative care.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and other regulatory requirements related to long-term care.
• Previous experience as a traveling or per diem nurse practitioner.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations of nursing home residents to identify medical conditions and changes in health status.
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans in collaboration with healthcare teams, ensuring alignment with patient goals and regulatory guidelines.
• Prescribe medications, order diagnostic tests, and interpret results to manage acute and chronic illnesses effectively within the nursing home setting.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management, medication adherence, and preventive health measures tailored to the elderly population.
• Coordinate care transitions, including hospital admissions and discharges, to ensure seamless continuity and reduce readmission rates.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters, treatment plans, and clinical outcomes in compliance with legal and institutional standards.
• Adapt quickly to new facility environments, policies, and electronic health record systems while maintaining high standards of clinical care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education to promote best practices in geriatric and long-term care nursing.

Skills:

The required clinical skills enable the Nurse Practitioner to perform thorough patient assessments, develop and adjust treatment plans, and manage complex health conditions effectively in nursing home residents. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and educating patients and families about health management. Adaptability and problem-solving skills are critical for navigating different facility environments and electronic health record systems while maintaining continuity of care. Organizational skills support accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring high-quality patient care. Preferred skills such as familiarity with long-term care regulations and experience with geriatric populations enhance the ability to provide specialized, patient-centered care that meets the unique needs of nursing home residents.