Nurse Practitioner (NP)

A hospital in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program — a capitated Medicare and Medi-Cal program serving frail seniors age 55 and older who meet nursing home level of care but continue living at home.

The role. The NP functions under a collaborative practice agreement and the oversight of a Medical Director, providing primary care services to PACE participants across multiple settings including the PACE center, hospital, nursing facility, and participant homes. Responsibilities include comprehensive intake assessments and at-least-quarterly reassessments, developing and monitoring individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team, evaluating and treating episodic illness, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and performing procedures such as injections, immunizations, and EKGs. The NP also oversees hospitalized participants in collaboration with a hospitalist — including discharge planning — and makes home visits as needed. Additional duties include participation in weekly intake and assessment meetings, daily morning meetings, family meetings, and clinical case conferences, as well as supervision of student interns and volunteers and involvement in QAPI activities. Frequent local travel is required; use of a personal vehicle may be necessary.

What we're looking for.

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current California RN and NP licensure through the California Board of Registered Nursing
• DEA registration required within six (6) months of hire
• Minimum five (5) years of nursing experience, including at least one (1) year with a frail or elderly population
• Advanced physical examination skills
• Current CPR/BLS and first aid certification
• TB screening and completion of a health examination required prior to employment
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Interdisciplinary team experience preferred