Nurse Practitioner

Company: Juniper Communities
Location: Denver
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

We are seeking the "right fit" nurse practitioner for our clinics in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living and Independent Living Facilities in Denver. This is interesting medicine! If you are an experienced Nurse Practitioner that loves working with the geriatric population, dealing with multiple co-morbidities and functional deficits this is the challenge and rewarding work you are looking for. Coordination of care across providers is key, as is management of care transitions. We have state of the art EMR systems both at the clinic and community level. Our mission is to understand each person, provide transformative health and medical services, and to improve health outcomes.And even more exciting, Redwood Health Partners and Juniper Communities have partnered on a program called Connect4Life. This integrated approach to senior care has recently received national attention. Our results, in a study completed earlier this year, show hospitalization and re-hospitalization rates well below the Medicare norms for a similar population. So not only is our practice interesting, it is ground breaking! Check out the latest research here: https://www.junipercommunities.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Juniper-White-Paper-FINAL\_3-21\_Print.pdfOur practice is perfect for someone looking for full-time hours, either for extra income or as their primary work. Our clinic is are located in a skilled nursing senior living communities in Denver. We are currently seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner with state certification and licensure in Colorado. We have full-time and part-time openings available.*Nurse Practitioner Job Summary*We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our growing staff. You will provide direct patient care, discussing patient symptoms and concerns and performing thorough examinations to diagnose their medical problem and prescribe medication or create a treatment plan if necessary. When required, you will collaborate with our physicians to treat for more advanced illnesses or injuries. Our ideal candidate has a current state license to practice and at least five years of medical experience.*Nurse Practitioner Duties and Responsibilities** Facilitate new patient consultation and health history review* Perform physical examinations and screenings of patients* Order and administer tests including bloodwork* Review and interpret test results to diagnose health problems* Recommend further treatment options or future appointments if needed* Provide referrals to other practitioners when necessary* Provide after-care/ongoing care information and resources to patients and their families* Ensure patient records are kept up to date including test results, immunizations, condition changes, etc.*Nurse Practitioner Requirements and Qualifications** Master's degree in nursing* Current state nurse practitioner license* 5+ years of nursing experience* Understands HIPAA and OSHA regulations* Able to operate as part of a team, alongside physicians and other nurses* Proficient in EHR medical charting system and computer-based data management programs and information systemsApply and see if Redwood Health Partners is the right fit for you.*Why Work at This Company?*Awesome CEO, great benefits, and lots of room for growth!Juniper Communities is dedicated to nurturing the spirit of life in each individual whose life we touch so that we may all live fully throughout all seasons of life. We do this by encouraging an active body, an engaged mind and a fulfilled spirit. Juniper Communities owns and operates senior living and skilled care communities in four regions across the country: PA, CO, NJ. The company's operations are designed and managed to provide the finest quality personal service and exceptional care to foster healthy and independent lives for those who live and work in our communities. The company's team of experienced committed individuals is deeply committed to achieving the company's mission and balancing quality in service, program and environment with financial stability and prosperity.Equal Opportuity EmployerRED123Job Type: ContractPay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hourBenefits:* Health insurance* Paid time off* Tuition reimbursementMedical specialties:* GeriatricsWork setting:* ClinicCOVID-19 considerations:Employees are provided proper PPE and must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated pursuant to federal guidelinesAbility to commute/relocate:* Denver, CO 80222: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Education:* Bachelor's (Required)Experience:* Nursing: 5 years (Required)License/Certification:* Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)Work Location: One location

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