Home Care Nurse Practitioner NP needed in Fort Worth, TX
ACCURA HEALTH LLC
Fort Worth, TX
- $1 Hourly
- Contractor
Job DescriptionCompany Description
Accura Health is looking for Part-time/PRN Nurse Practitioners (NP) with a valid TEXAS NP license in good standing with the State.
The position will entail working with complex post acute care patients for evaluation and follow-ups in the home. These visits will be a combination of Transitional Care (TCM) and/or House Calls.
NP will work within an assigned territory or coverage area.
Requirements
- Qualified candidates must be Nurse Practitioners with a valid Texas Nurse Practitioner license in good standing with the state
Responsibilities
- Performs routine and emergency assessments:
- Records observations, treatments, and other pertinent information.
- Communicates with Medical Director, Ordering Physician, Care team and internal office team regarding findings from the visits and any measures to alleviate symptoms.
- Provides physical and emotional care to support the patient and family in period of crisis.
- Prevents unwarranted hospitalizations by meeting patient and family needs in the home.
- Educates patient and caregiver regarding
- Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory and radiology tests within scope of professional practice.
- Prescribes medications including controlled substances to the extent delegated and licensed.
- Orders treatments and durable medical equipment as indicated.
- Performs other therapeutic or corrective measures as indicated.
- Consults with physician or designees as needed, informs primary physician of services provided and collaborate with other physicians as needed.
- Assists in all facets of care coordination
- Prepares and maintains accurate patient records, charts, and documents to support sound medical practice and reimbursement for services provided.
- Complies with applicable laws and regulations with respect to Collaborative Agreements.
- Initiates reimbursement for services rendered, provides training and continuing education for staff.
- Assists in development of clinical practice guidelines/standards in support of quality palliative care.
- Defines goals for professional growth and participates actively in professional activities and organizations.
- Engages in active and frequent self-care activities for personal and professional growth and longevity.
- Adheres to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff and the Organization.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Supervision of nursing trainees, including graduate and advance practice nurses in field placements.
- Participation in supervision of other trainees, including medical students, residents, fellows, and social work and psychology trainees.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Types: Part-time, PRN
Accura Health is a post-acute care management company dedicated to enhancing your well-being at home, providing flexible and convenient in-home services. Our team of experienced and well qualified clinicians manage diseases, and our focus is on comprehensive post-acute care to improve outcomes and reduce costs
Address
ACCURA HEALTH LLC
Fort Worth, TX
USA
Industry
Healthcare
Posted date
Over a month ago
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