Primary Care Provider in Older Adult Clinic

The NP is responsible for the primary and long-term medical needs of patients 55 or older in the clinic. The medical evaluation of patients includes a detailed history, physical exam, record review of past medical history, the ordering of diagnostic studies, and the evaluation, synthesis and documentation of the results.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

1. The NP performs a complete medical evaluation upon the Initial Intake Assessment and upon routine Re- Evaluation Assessments, including: a detailed history, physical exam, record review of past medical history, the ordering of diagnostic studies, and the evaluation, synthesis and documentation of the results.
2. The NP works and collaborates with the patient and the family, as well as all members of the IDT in developing the patients’ plan of care.
3. The NP participates in clinic meetings and promotes and maintains open communication among staff.