Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner

NP Gerontology opening in Boston, Massachusetts - 10 miles from Boston Details: - FT, permanent- This position is full time, 40 hours per week (day shifts- This position provides direct patient care in an ambulatory care setting relative to physical diagnosis and therapeutic management.- Works closely with faculty, fellows, residents and nursing staff to develop and coordinate a plan of care to meet the needs of the patient and their families. - Training, evaluation and competencies for this role are overseen by a Nurse Leader to the department. Essential Responsibilities: - Performs history and physical examinations, formulation of care plans, ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests and provides education to patients and their families.- Acts as an educator and serves as a clinical resource for staff through consultation formal and informal education, review of literature and participation in seminars and conferences.- Coordinates the care of patients in order to pro...