Nurse Practitioner | M-F

Universal Health Corporation; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Corporation in Salem, VA is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for full-time patient care coordination in post-acute facilities. You will work with Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants and receive comprehensive training, shadowing, and Medical Director oversight to support your practice.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing staff, physicians, and the DON; duties include rounds, test scheduling, EMR documentation, and accurate billing-related records.

Qualifications

• Active NP/PA license and certification to practice.
• Minimum one year of relevant clinical experience preferred.
• Experience in geriatrics, internal medicine, or hospitalist settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality patient care.
• Communicate with nursing staff, physicians, and DON about patient care.
• Conduct patient rounds and schedule tests and procedures.
• Document daily visit notes in EMR; dictation where available.
• Maintain accurate records for professional services, including billing and claims.
• Provide services per bylaws, policies, rules, or regulations of UHC or affiliated facilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy and compassion

Team collaboration

Customer service orientation

Organization and attention to detail

Time management

Analytical thinking

Prioritization and delegation

Education

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant credential

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

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FullTime Professional Salem, VA, US

Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually

Day Shift - Flexible Start/Stop Times!

Join the team at Universal Health, where Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants collaborate to provide exceptional patient care in post-acute care facilities within your community. If you are passionate about improving patient outcomes and seek fulfillment in your profession, we invite you to consider this rewarding opportunity.

The Advanced Practice Provider role involves the proficient management and coordination of patient care within their assigned population. Universal Health is committed to providing comprehensive training, shadowing experiences, and oversight by a Medical Director to ensure our Nurse Practitioners are well-prepared and supported. We equip our Healthcare Providers with the necessary resources to meet the diverse needs of their patients.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and deliver exceptional and appropriate patient care.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff, collaborating physicians, and the Director of Nursing (DON) regarding patient care.
• Conduct patient rounds, contribute to daily care decisions, write orders, and facilitate scheduling of therapeutic and diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Record daily visit notes in an electronic medical record in a timely manner, with dictation services available.
• Maintain accurate records related to professional services, including attending to billing reports, claims, and correspondence.
• Provide services as requested by UHC or as required by bylaws, policies, rules, or regulations of UHC or any affiliated healthcare facility.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide empathy and compassion.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and a collaborative team player.
• Positive attitude and strong customer service orientation.
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Prioritization skills with the ability to delegate tasks when appropriate.

Education and Experience:

• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Nursing experience in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, ICU, Emergency Medicine, Hospitalist, or General Practice preferred.