Advanced Practice Nurse- Primary Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50 days paid time off per year

Traditional federal pension

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

Federal pension & 401(k)

Job summary

A federal health organization in Juneau seeks a qualified healthcare provider to manage patient care. This role requires one year of primary care experience, along with skills in EKG interpretation and a willingness to learn about virtual care visits. The position offers a competitive salary, generous time off, and a full benefits package. Candidates are expected to lead interdisciplinary teams and ensure high-quality patient care while adhering to facility policies. Remote work is not available for this role.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Primary Care experience preferred.
• Skill in interpreting EKG's is preferred.
• Knowledge of virtual care visits is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage a panel of patients with health conditions.
• Develop individualized plans for optimal health.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members.
• Prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Lead changes in patient care quality.
• Provide patient education.

Skills

Primary Care experience

Skill in interpreting EKG's

Knowledge of virtual care visits

Education

Full and unrestricted license from any US State

Job description

Overview

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Responsibilities

• Duties include - but are not limited to: Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice
• Influences and models the delivery of evidence- based health care - demonstrating expertise in the ability to manage a patient panel - population - or program
• Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management
• Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members
• Orders and interprets diagnostic studies
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions
• Initiates referrals/consults to specialty services Provides education to patients and their families
• Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes
• Leads and implements changes that enhance the quality and timeliness of Veteran/patient care applying research and evidence in the delivery of healthcare for patient populations
• Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams informed by structured approaches and processes to improve outcomes that positively impact care for a patient panel - population - or program
• Acquires knowledge and skills - then disseminates acquired information within and/or outside the medical facility
• Initiates and leads interdisciplinary teams developing systems that positively impact outcomes at the panel - population - or program level
• Demonstrates effective communication skills and professional behavior - promoting cooperation and teamwork
• Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity - Commitment - Advocacy - Respect - and Excellence
• Chronic disease management of medical diseases including hypertension - diabetes - ischemic heart disease - heart failure - chronic pain - and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease using clinical practice guidelines
• Acting as "surrogates" for the patients of colleagues - when one or more of their colleagues are on leave
• Timely documentation and completing administrative work in a timely fashion
• Addressing clinical reminders as medically appropriate
• Quality of care meeting professional standards
• Participation in activities/committees/boards/projects as dictated by strategic or other initiatives/taskings
• Supervising or collaborating physician for a mid-level provider
• Provide clinical oversight and review
• Supervising or collaborating responsibilities and performance noted in the physician's performance evaluation
• Assigned a panel of patients to manage
• Follow departmental and facility policies for leave and attendance and work within appointment guidelines
• Provide preventive health for both male and female patients

Qualifications and Experience

• Preferred Experience: 1 year Primary Care experience
• Preferred Skill in interpreting EKG's
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn and incorporate virtual care visits
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package

Benefits

VA Nurse Total Rewards: Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards. Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA. Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement). Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:30am - 4:00pm. Telework: Not Available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized to highly qualified candidates

EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive

Contact [e-mail] - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance

Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.