Nurse Practitioner - Post-Acute Care

TeamHealth is hiring for a nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) to do primary care rounding in skilled nursing facilities in the Lynnwood/Edmonds, Washington, area on an as-needed (PRN) basis. You will have the flexibility to work when you are availability and the ability to set up your preferred start time. As an advanced practice provider (APP) in the skilled nursing facility setting your will experience:

• A Diverse Patient Population: Skilled nursing facilities provide clinicians with the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, including individuals recovering from surgery, managing chronic conditions, or in need of rehabilitation. This variety can offer valuable experience in treating a range of medical conditions.
• An Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working in a skilled nursing facility allows clinicians to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. This collaborative environment can enhance patient care by incorporating different perspectives and expertise.
• Long-Term Relationships: Clinicians in skilled nursing facilities have the opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients and their families. Building rapport over time can lead to better continuity of care, improved patient outcomes, and a sense of fulfillment in providing ongoing support to individuals in need.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Perform primary care in a post-acute setting for short-term and long-term patients
• Manage chronic disease, diagnose illnesses and medical conditions, and implement plan of care
• Order and interpret lab results
• Prescribe and monitor medications
• Consult with physicians and coordinate patient care with other healthcare practitioners
• Educate patients and their caregivers on coping skills to handle chronic and age-related conditions
• Build relationships with your patients, patients' family members, and facility staff to facilitate effective treatment delivery
• Promote healthy lifestyle changes

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 months experience as an NP or PA
• Post-acute care experience a plus, but not required
• Active and unrestricted Washington NP or PA license required 
• Active and unrestricted Washington DEA required  

Compensation is Fee For Service (FFS).  Expected compensation is estimated salary range of $57,000to $81,600 annually with no cap productivity income potential.

If you are looking to take on a PRN role, are passionate about patient care, apply today to be considered for this fantastic role!

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