Advanced Practice Provider ACO

Longevity Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Longevity Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver dignified, patient-centered care for institutionalized beneficiaries across assigned geography. The APP will collaborate with contracted provider groups to ensure timely, coordinated care and to support best outcomes in chronic and complex conditions.

Responsibilities include acute and transition of care encounters, medication reconciliation, care plan updates, palliative pathways when appropriate, and close collaboration

Qualifications

• State unrestricted licensed Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant with national board certification in appropriate role.
• Active DEA license required.
• Active national provider number (NPI) and Medicare provider number.
• Eligible to participate in Medicare as a provider.
• Valid state driver’s license with good driving record and proof of automobile insurance.
• Auto insurance coverage required by state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, acute, follow-up and transition of care encounters.
• Collaborate with primary provider groups to address medical management, prevent hospitalizations, and update care plans.
• Educate care teams on beneficiary needs and recognize changes in condition.
• Establish meaningful relationships with patients, facilities and provider partners.
• Perform other duties to support high-quality, patient-centered care delivery.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

About the Role

The APP plays a vital role in advancing Longevity Health’s commitment to improving the health and quality of life of institutionalized beneficiaries. This individual will deliver dignified, patient-centered care that addresses unique medical, social and emotional needs while exemplifying the organization’s missions and values.

This APP will be assigned to a specified geography and will be responsible for delivering ongoing care based on acuity, clinical need and an established risk stratification protocol. In partnership with contracted provider groups, the APP acts as an additional clinical resource to ensure beneficiaries receive timely, coordinated care that promotes best possible outcomes.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive, acute, follow-up and transition of care encounters
• Collaborate with primary provider groups to address beneficiary medical management needs, including but not limited to:
  • Preventing avoidable hospitalizations
  • Developing and updating goals of care and advanced care plans
  • Supporting care transitions
  • Completing medication reconciliation
  • Identifying beneficiaries appropriate for palliative or hospice care pathways
  • Serving as a trusted advisor and advocate to beneficiaries, families, nursing home staff, and provider partners
• Educates care teams on beneficiary needs and promotes early recognition of changes in condition
• Establishes and maintains meaningful relationships with patients, facilities, and provider partners
• Performs other related duties as assigned to support high-quality, patient-centered care delivery

Supervisory Responsibilities

• There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position

Credentials & Coverage

• State unrestricted licensed Advanced Practice Nurse, National Board certification (AANP, ANCC, or AACN) as an Adult, Family, Geriatric or Primary Care nurse practitioner required. Alternatively, an acute care nurse practitioner with nursing home/geriatric or hospice palliative experience OR a state unrestricted licensed Physician’s Assistant NCCPA board certified with nursing home/geriatric or hospice/palliative experience
• Active DEA license required
• Active national provider number (NPI) and active Medicare provider number required
• Eligible to participate in the Medicare program as a provider and registered
• Valid state driver’s license with a good driving record and proof of automobile insurance required
• Auto insurance coverage required by state of residence. New employees must provide proof of coverage prior to hire and on an ongoing basis

Education and Training

• Master of Science in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner from a nationally accredited program OR Master’s Degree from a nationally accredited program

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum of 6 months experience as a Nurse Practitioner/Physician’s Assistant and some experience with geriatric/hospice or palliative care populations prior to becoming an NP/PA, or a licensed and board-certified new graduate NP/PA supervised by an experienced NP/PA in the Longevity Health New Graduate Fellowship program for 6 months and successfully completing all competencies for independent practice as a Longevity Health CareOne ACO APP
• Experience working in the nursing home environment strongly desired
• Computer/Technology proficiency required
• Excellent people skills: ability to engage and communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and family members
• Self-directed but functions well in a team environment
• Excellent clinical skills—assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing specifically for the chronically ill population
• Can function independently, with demonstrated critical thinking, organization, and prioritization skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

Longevity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply.

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

Longevity Health follows federal and state regulations regarding COVID-19 vaccinations. Some facilities may still require staff vaccinations to protect the health of residents. Applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination, or an approved exemption, where applicable.