NURSE PRACTITIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (CSNP)

Association of Clinicians for the Underserved; Whiteville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Liberty Cares provides home-based health services and is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (CSNP) to conduct comprehensive health risk assessments and management for members in the Liberty Cares program. The role involves working with physicians, care coordinators, families, and other staff to deliver individualized care in home settings.

The candidate should have NP licensure in the practice state, board certification (AANP/ANCC) in Adult, Family or Geriatrics, CPR certification, and at least two

Qualifications

• Must be graduated from an accredited NP program and hold current NP licensure in the state of practice
• Board certification by AANP or ANCC in Adult, Family Practice and/or Geriatrics or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
• Current CPR certification required; minimum 2 years clinical NP experience in geriatric/adult/family practice settings

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth health risk assessments during member home visits
• Complete clinical notes per care model and coordinate with care team
• Prescribe or implement treatments, including medications, injections, wellness counseling, and ancillary testing
• Identify quality improvement opportunities and ensure compliance with laws and policies
• Supervise and mentor RN Case Managers and support staff to improve patient outcomes and cost containment
• Maintain PHI confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Coordinate with PCP, Care Management, and Disease Management programs as needed

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Computer literacy

Education

NP degree and state licensure

Geriatrics or Adult-Gerontology certification (preferred)

Job description

NURSE PRACTITIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (CSNP)

Liberty Cares
With Compassion

Liberty Medical Care Services is currently seeking the following:

NURSE PRACTITIONER (CSNP)

$10,000 Sign on Bonus!

Full Time

(Covering Bladen/Pender/Columbus/New Hanover/Brunswick Counties)

JOB SUMMARY:

• Performs in-depth health risk assessments on all assigned members at their home
• Completes clinical notes according to our model of care
• Works collaboratively with physicians, Care Coordinators, family members, key caregivers and any appropriate ancillary medical personnel as appropriate
• Responsible for identifying overall quality improvement activities through assessing and planning health care which is individualized for the member and consistent with policies and protocols
• Reviews and interprets the medical, surgical and social history of members
• Performs appropriate screening procedures for members
• Interprets laboratory and other diagnostic data and recommends appropriate treatments or actions for follow-up, reconciles medications
• Responsible for prescribing or performing various treatment modalities - including, but not limited to: medications, injections, wellness counseling, suturing and ancillary testing
• Compliant with OSHA and the State Board of Nursing
• Participates in all mandatory compliance and other training programs, seeks guidance for compliance-related concerns and adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Refers members to PCP, Care Management and Disease Management programs as necessary
• Practices in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws which govern confidentiality and medical information privacy regulations (HIPAA)
• Maintains control of all PHI information
• Organize and manage the day-to-day oversight of assigned case Managers, which will include performance and supervision.
• Supervise and mentor RN Case Managers in documentation, proactive assessment, planning and interventions resulting in positive patient outcomes and cost containment.
• Maintain a professional environment that fosters staff development and growth.
• Participate in recruitment.
• Participates in employee evaluations and Corrective Action Plans related to staff performance issues on an ongoing basis.
• Provides constructive and timely feedback about recommendations to improve and/or streamline operations.
• Maintain a focus on timely customer service.
• Perform direct Care Management Support as needed.
• Synthesizes information and easily diagnoses and participates in the development of the Plan of Care.
• Creates positive rapport and engagement with members
• Participates in different roles or interdisciplinary teams as assigned
• Assists on special project as assigned
• Participates in client meetings as requested
• Communicates and collaborates with leadership and operational staff to achieve member's care needs and goals

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, current NP licensure in state of practice, board certification by AANP or ANCC, in Adult, Family Practice and Geriatrics or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care and current CPR certification required, minimum 2 years clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner in geriatric, adult or family practice setting preferred
• Prefer a Geriatric certification, knowledge of community resources, previous experience working with behavioral health populations, experience working with low income and disadvantaged populations and previous work with vulnerable adults or senior population
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a geriatric, adult or family practice setting
• Must be able to demonstrate computer skills, including use of e-mail and Microsoft Office word and excel
• Must be able to demonstrate effective written communication skills, including but not limited to writing reports and correspondence
• Must be able to demonstrate effective verbal communication skills, including but not limited to speaking effectively to members, providers, families and staff and listening to members, providers and families
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, and use time effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated successful experience working in an environment of change. Effectively copes with change and uncertainty; responds and "shifts gears" comfortably
• Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of both external and internal customers, acts with customers in mind
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, and gain their trust and respect
• Uses logical methods to solve problems with effective solutions; looks beyond the obvious for solutions
• Action oriented and sees challenges as opportunities

Baseline Clinical Knowledge:

• Proven ability to perform comprehensive, adult/geriatric physical exam
• Demonstrated ability to identify, diagnose and document chronic disease in adults
• Demonstrated ability to recognize conditions, characteristics, and behaviors that place seniors at risk
• Proven ability to pursue feedback, continuing education and professional development
• Ability to effectively reconcile medications
• Demonstrated ability to identify and document the needs of clinically complex members
• Pertinent Clinical Work Experience which is relevant to the population being served.

Travel Requirements:

• Must meet company driving standards
• Must have a valid state driver's license and be able to drive a car
• Must meet company's automobile liability insurance standards and provide proof of coverage
• Must be able to independently travel to assigned locations

Visit www.libertycareers.com for more information.
Background checks/drug-free workplace.
EOE.