Nurse Practitioner - Post-Acute Care New

Are you an experienced post-acute care nurse practitioner (NP) who aims to make a difference in the lives of your patients by providing quality care? TeamHealth needs someone like you! We are seeking a part-time nurse practitioner (NP) to work in a skilled nursing facility environment rounding on patients 3 to 4 day a week. This job includes the flexibility to set your own schedule, autonomy over your practice, uncapped earning potential and the opportunity to build a position that matches your ideal lifestyle and career goals.

Located in the beautiful community of Morristown, New Jersey, you will have the opportunity to work in a vibrant and diverse area. Morristown offers a rich history, cultural attractions, and a thriving downtown area with a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform primary care in a skilled nursing facility 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 providers
• 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

• Critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team
• Strong clinical skills, work ethic, and ability to work independently
• Adaptability and flexibility to address the fluctuations that occur during the aging process and with chronic illness
• Empathy, compassion and ability to connect and engage with your patients.

• 2+ years of experience in a post-acute care setting required
• Valid NP license in the state of New Jersey
• Valid DEA w/prescriptive authority in the state of New Jersey