Nurse Practitioner (NP) – PACE

Are you a Nurse Practitioner looking for a place where you are part of a robust interdisciplinary team, developing and implementing a comprehensive care plan, while enhancing the lives of frail, elderly individuals? If so, we have just the place for you! Come join our growing program and team at HopeWest PACE!

Our Mission Statement: “To profoundly enhance the everyday lives of frail, elderly, individuals by supporting their independence, increasing their social support and providing comprehensive, well-coordinated whole-person care”

What is PACE?

PACE (P*rogram of All-Inclusive Care for the E*lderly) was developed to answer the many problems around caring for frail seniors. The PACE model is centered on the belief that it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in their community whenever possible.

Seniors, their family members, and caregivers face many issues, including transportation to appointments, management of medications, coordination of medical care from different specialists, lack of social interaction, and ability to stay alone at home. HopeWest PACE participants receive in home care services and transportation to a HopeWest PACE center for primary medical care, social and recreational activities, and other senior care services.

We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare.

The Unique Responsibilities of the Nurse Practitioner at HopeWest PACE:

• Provides a wide range of Primary Care services including diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute illness, preventative care, and urgent medical needs all in collaboration with the Chief Medical Director.
• Conducts health assessments and evaluates patient needs in the clinic, the PACE Day Center and the patient’s home
• Actively collaborates with the entire PACE interdisciplinary team for the highest quality care of each participant.
• Make appropriate and timely referrals to our contracted providers out in the community

What You Bring:

• Minimum 2 years’ (5 years preferred) APRN experience in a primary care clinic setting
• Board Certified Advanced Practice Nurse licensed in the state of Colorado
• Must have Prescriptive Authority in Colorado and current DEA license
• Eligible or currently possesses Medicare/Medicaid UPIN number
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, adequate automobile insurance and access to reliable transportation
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay of $60 per hour including a $5000 sign on bonus
• Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm with on-call rotation requirements
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Tuition Assistance Program
• We are a critical shortage facility for HRSA Nurse Corps Loan forgiveness program – which means you can transfer your existing service obligation to HopeWest
• Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, EAP program, Disability, 403B Retirement Plan, PTO and Medical Leave, flexible spending plans and AFLAC

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Primary Care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Junction, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Primary care: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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