Home-Visit Nurse Practitioner: Impactful Community Care

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in house calls to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in patients’ homes, focusing on chronic illnesses and mobility limitations. You will educate patients and coordinate comprehensive care across the care team.

The role emphasizes holistic care, documentation in EHRs, and timely follow-ups. Travel within the service area and flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a Nurse Practitioner program (Family or Adult Gerontology).
• Current New York State Nurse Practitioner license.
• National Board Certification (AANP/ANCC/ONCC).
• Spanish-speaking is a plus.
• EMR/EHR experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home-based patient evaluations including exams, history, and med reconciliation.
• Diagnose conditions, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as needed.
• Coordinate care with physicians and specialists to ensure continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families on health management, lifestyle changes, and adherence.
• Document all patient interactions in electronic health records.
• Schedule and conduct follow-ups to monitor progress and adjust plans.
• Assess and manage urgent issues during home visits and arrange referrals as needed.
• Engage in community outreach to promote health services.

Skills

Spanish language

Education

Master's degree in NP program (Family or Adult Gerontology)

New York NP license

National board certification (AANP/ANCC/ONCC)

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

Essen Health Care is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in house calls to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in patients’ homes, focusing on chronic illnesses and mobility limitations. You will educate patients and coordinate comprehensive care across the care team.

The role emphasizes holistic care, documentation in EHRs, and timely follow-ups. Travel within the service area and flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, are required.