Nurse Practitioner

Longevity Health; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Longevity Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to manage a panel of nursing home residents under the Institutional SNP Model of Care. The APP will deliver collaborative primary care, develop individualized care plans, and participate in facility care teams to align with member goals.

Responsibilities include coordinating with PCPs, handling prior authorizations, reviewing medications, and closing quality gaps (HEDIS/STARs) while maintaining strong communication with

Qualifications

• 6+ months experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Experience in nursing home environment strongly desired.
• Computer/technology proficiency required.
• Ability to engage and communicate effectively with physicians, members, and family members.
• Self-directed but functions well in a team environment.
• Excellent clinical skills—assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prescribing for chronically ill population.

Responsibilities

• Provides collaborative primary care and services to a panel of Longevity Health Plan members.
• Executes and delivers Model of Care activities and care planning.
• Facilitates prior authorization, A/B services, and medication reviews; closes quality gaps (HEDIS/STARs).
• Communicates with PCPs, residents, families, and care teams regarding care plans and changes.
• Maintains autonomy and accountability in the nursing home setting and supports market goals.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Care coordination

Clinical documentation

Communication with families

Education

MSN or Master's degree

Tools

EHR systems

Telehealth platforms

Job description

Brief Description

Job Summary: An Advanced Practice Provider is a licensed and board-certified nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant specifically assigned to each Longevity Health Plan member for purposes of executing the Institutional Special Needs Plan Model of Care. The Advanced Practice Provider will be responsible for effectively medically managing a panel of Longevity Health Plan enrolled nursing home level of care/institutional members in partnership with the primary care team and delivering the Longevity Health Plan Model of Care. The APP conducts a comprehensive assessment, develops and delivers the member’s individualized plan of care, attends nursing facility care team meetings, communicates frequently with the resident’s family or loved ones, and ensures the care team understands the member’s goals of care and needs. The APP focuses on treating in place, uses clinical practice guidelines to guide treatment decisions, and effectively documents the member’s health status, functional status, and diagnoses. As part of the clinical team the APP is supported by the APP Clinical Manager, Market Director of Clinical Services, and a local medical director who provide education and guidance on best practices to effectively care for their members.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Provides collaborative primary care and services to a panel of Longevity Health Plan Services, including treating in the most appropriate setting based on the member’s goals of care. Executes and delivers Longevity Health Plan Model of Care activities, treating in the most appropriate setting, develops and implements advanced care planning, embraces and executes the treating-in-place model. Facilitates, administers Health Plan clinical operations functions—prior authorization, Part A and B services, medication reviews, HEDIS and STARs quality gap closure, promoting membership growth. Serves as a trusted advisor to members, loved ones, and nursing home staff and member advocate, educates care teams on member needs and early identification of changes in condition, notifying APP and telehealth partners for member changes. Delivers effective and frequent communication and coordination with members’ PCPs, loved ones, and care team members on members’ care needs, goals of care, treatment plans/changes. Supports overall market goals and targets and balances member caseload demands with other team member support needs. Promotes Longevity Health Plan with members, loved ones, and nursing facilities and other stakeholders. Is able to function autonomously and is accountable for practice. Establishes meaningful relationships and is able to effectively function in the nursing home environment. Is member-centric and customer-service oriented, establishing meaningful relationships that ensure effective and high-quality care for Longevity Health Plan members. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.
• State unrestricted licensed Physician’s Assistant, NCCPA board certified.
• DEA license required.
• Must have an active national provider number (NPI) and an active Medicare provider number.
• Must be 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.
• Auto liability insurance declaration page with minimum limits of $100,000/$300,000 for bodily injury and $100,000 for property damage with a combined single limit of $300,000 (to be provided annually).

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.

Requirements

• 6+ months experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Experience working in the nursing home environment is strongly desired.
• Computer/technology proficiency required.
• The ability to engage and communicate effectively with physicians, members, 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.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, organization, and prioritization skills.

Company Overview

Longevity Health is a national provider of Institutional Special Needs Plans (I‑SNP), created to meet the complex healthcare needs of nursing home residents. Since our founding in 2018, we have expanded our services across several states and formed strategic partnerships to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care. We are actively growing, with plans to continue expanding our services across the nation.

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.

If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to help us drive change in long‑term care, apply now to join the Longevity Health team!