The Nurse Practitioner will perform the following
general duties: Performs initial medical
screening on assigned patients or when consulted; Performs ongoing assessment to determine how the needs of the patient/family/caregiver
will be met.  Monitors treatment, progress and medications of assigned patients.  Documents as per CMS regulations. Participates in weekly rounds on assigned patients; Orders medications, consultations, laboratory and radiology requests in accordance with hospital guidelines.  Ensures the patient/family/caregiver is aware of medical recommendations/follow-up.  Completes Discharge Summary which reflects status and plan of care post discharge.  Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Certification and current
registration as a Nurse Practitioner in a specialty practice area by the New
York State Education Department.

PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES: 

Five years of advanced clinical experience in
an inpatient rehabilitation setting.  Preferred candidate will also have experience working in an Inpatient
Rehabilitation Facility (IRF).  Candidate
will have familiarity with transitional care and skilled nursing facility
protocols, including discharge planning, medication reconciliation and
coordination with multi-disciplinary teams.  Strong background in wound care, patient and family education,
particularly around chronic disease management and prevention of hospital
re-admissions.  Proven ability to work
collaboratively with teams including physicians, case managers, social workers,
and rehabilitation staff.  Certification
in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and NYS Mandated Infection Prevention training
are requirements in this position.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• Dental Insurance
  
• Vision Insurance