Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Bronx, NY

Nurse Practitioners with a passion for improving outcomes in skilled nursing and assisted living settings are sought for a contract role in the Bronx, NY. This position centers on comprehensive care for insurance members living in nursing home and assisted living environments, with a strong focus on treatment in place to minimize unnecessary emergency room visits and hospitalizations. The role is essential to supporting a safe transition for patients as they move from hospital or skilled nursing settings to the home.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• No weekends or holidays required

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments monthly, or more often as needed, for assigned residents.
• Create detailed medical problem lists and formulate individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver on-site primary, preventive, urgent, and acute care in collaboration with residents healthcare teams.
• Identify high-risk patients, increasing the frequency of monitoring and tailoring contingency care plans accordingly.
• Facilitate effective communication and care coordination with each residents primary care physician.
• Provide hands-on bedside care, develop care plans, and initiate orders in partnership with facility staff and providers.
• Perform transitional assessments and plan safe discharges for patients moving out of the skilled nursing facility.
• Manage a panel of patients assigned across multiple facilities; generally scheduled at one location daily with flexibility for urgent needs.

Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree required
• Active Nurse Practitioner license in New York
• Current BLS certification

This role offers a competitive hourly compensation ranging from $75 to $100, rewarding nurses dedicated to bringing high-quality, proactive healthcare to vulnerable populations. Enjoy a weekday schedule with no weekend or holiday shifts, allowing for excellent work-life balance.

Advance your practice while making a tangible difference in long-term and transitional care. Apply now to become part of a collaborative program focused on delivering patient-centered care where its needed most!