Nurse Practitioner - House Calls (With a Driver)-Chinese/Russian Speaking

Essen Health Care; New York, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; 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

Overview

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women's health to endocrinology and psychiatry.

We also provide nursing home support, care management services, and in-home medical services through our House Calls Division, Intention Health Care and facilitate smooth transitions between care settings including telehealth, in-person medical visits, and home care through Intention Health Care. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

Job Summary:The Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in house calls provides high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals in their homes, particularly focusing on those with chronic illnesses, mobility issues, or limited access to healthcare facilities. This role emphasizes holistic care, patient education, and the management of complex medical conditions.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Patient Evaluations: Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ health status, including physical examinations, medical history reviews, and medication reconciliations during home visits.
• Diagnosis and Treatment: Diagnose medical conditions, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and prescribe medications as needed.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care and comprehensive support for patients.
• Patient Education: Provide education to patients and their families regarding health management, lifestyle modifications, disease prevention, and medication adherence.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all patient interactions, including assessments, treatments, and follow-up care in electronic health records.
• Follow-Up Care: Schedule and conduct follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Emergency Response: Assess and manage urgent medical issues during home visits, providing referrals or interventions as needed.
• Community Engagement: Participate in outreach efforts to promote health services and educate the community on available resources.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Master's Degree in a Nurse Practitioner Program: Family or Adult Geriatrics
• Current New York State License as a Nurse Practitioner.
• National Board Certification require
• American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
• American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC)
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) is a plus
• EMR/EHR experience a plus
• New Grads are Encourage to Apply

Work Environment:

• Primarily operates in patients’ homes, which may vary in living conditions.
• Requires travel within a designated geographic area, with a flexible schedule to accommodate patient needs, including possible evenings and weekends.
• May involve working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Salary: $135,000-$200,000

Salary reflects bonuses and incentives

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.