Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Job Summary

Meza Post Acute and Long Term Care (MezaCare) is looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistantto join our experienced team of 23 providers in the CDA/Post Falls area. MezaCare serves the geriatric population residing in Skilled Nursing/Rehab facilities, Assisted Living facilities and retirement communities. The position is 4 days per week with an average number of visits per day of 16. The provider is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating health care for our geriatric population in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations and nursing and medical practice standards of care. The provider functions independently but with the support of the rest of the team to perform age-appropriate history and physical for geriatric patients; orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patient’s age-specific needs; Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities. Assists with the provision of surgical care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations. Monitors the effectiveness of interventions. Facilitates the patient’s transition within and between health care settings, e.g. admitting, transferring, and discharging patients. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals. Facilitates staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person