Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) acts as part of the clinical operations team and is responsible for providing direct patient care in Chen Med/Jencare medical centers, nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities (SNF), and home settings, as well as providing assessments to members in SNF and home settings.

• Conduct geriatric assessments, medical history, physical examinations, diagnoses, and treatments; develop nursing plans of care; provide health education; coordinate physician and case management referrals; and maintain clear documentation according to Chen Med standards for quality, service, productivity, and teamwork.
• Participate in clinical rounds and conferences; produce in-depth progress notes and summaries.
• Collaborate with managers, physicians, and medical directors to ensure compliance with guidelines; participate in risk and quality management programs and clinical meetings.
• Assess and manage acute and non‑acute clinical problems independently; document physical assessments, patient histories, analyze trends, and develop and implement patient management plans.
• Assist in the development of nursing care plans; provide counseling and education to patients and their families.
• Write admission, transfer, and discharge orders; order and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies; prescribe medications and treatments; refer patients for specialized consults as indicated (dermatology, neurology, ophthalmology, endocrine, surgery, intensive care, infectious disease, hematology, psychiatry, social services, dietary, etc.).
• Perform invasive procedures independently once demonstrated competency.
• Participate in patient care rounds and conferences; communicate management strategies to the patient care team; collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure successful patient outcomes.
• Recognize situations requiring physician attention and initiate life‑saving procedures when necessary.
• Utilize advanced communication skills to resolve complex situations and improve processes and service for patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to analyze and evaluate existing health‑care delivery systems and implement new practice patterns.
• Engage in outside activities that enhance personal and professional growth and development.
• Facilitate transitions to lower levels of care, facilitate patient and family conferences, optimize resource utilization, and manage discharge plans; prescribe medication in accordance with state practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned and modified by the manager.

• Demonstrated record of consistently achieving clinical performance metrics in current role.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time‑management skills and ability to work well under pressure.
• Empathetic, caring, with strong listening skills.
• Detail‑oriented with close attention to patient charts, medication lists, and follow‑up details.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel locally 50–75% of the time.

$111,140 – $158,771 base salary or hourly rate; final compensation will depend on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. May also be eligible for bonuses or commissions.