Upperline Health Plus Nurse Practitioner Opportunity Hoover AL| Value-Based Care

Upperline Health Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, vision

401K

PTO and parental leave

CME reimbursement

Job summary

Upperline Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver clinic-based care in Hoover, AL, coordinating with physicians and an interdisciplinary team. You’ll develop care plans, diagnose and treat within scope, and educate patients in nutrition, medications, and prevention.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in Primary Care/Internal Medicine in a value-based care setting, with BLS, DEA eligibility, and AthenaHealth EMR experience. Flexible care settings include clinic, telehealth, and home visits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing is required.
• Board certification in Adult, Adult-Geriatric or Family NP required.
• 2+ years NP experience in Primary Care/Internal Medicine.
• BLS certification is required.
• DEA registration or eligibility.
• Value-based care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement care plans for adults with chronic conditions.
• Assess patients via clinic, telehealth, or home visits.
• Develop and implement treatment plans aligned with patient goals.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families on medications, nutrition, and prevention.
• Prescribe medications as permitted by state nursing board.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and continuing education.

Skills

NP experience (Primary Care)

Home-based care

Value-based care

Education & communication

DEA registration/eligibility

AthenaHealth EMR

Reliable automobile

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Board Certification: Adult/Adult-Geriatric/Family NP

Tools

AthenaHealth EMR

Job description

Upperline Health Plus Nurse Practitioner Opportunity Hoover AL| Value-Based Care

Job Category: Provider

Requisition Number: UPPER003644

• Posted : September 24, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Birmingham, AL 35244, USA

Description

A Specialty Path to Good Health

Upperline Health is the nation’s largest provider group dedicated to lower extremity, wound and vascular care. Founded in 2017 with the ambitious goal of transforming specialty care, Upperline Health is a pioneer in bringing value-based care models into specialty care. Upperline delivers a more efficient path for patients to receive consistent and effective treatment for chronic illnesses.

Triage is temporary.
Treatment is transformative.

Upperline Health providers coordinate patients’ care among a team of specialists – physicians, advanced practice providers, care navigators, pharmacists, dieticians, and social workers for integrated treatment that addresses patients’ immediate and long-term health needs.

We put patients at the center of value-based care.

Why join our team?

• Highly competitive salary plus annual bonus opportunity
• Generous benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental & vision, 401K, PTO and parental leave
• Continuing Medical Education reimbursement
• Highly supportive interdisciplinary team
• Rapidly growing company with potential leadership & career growth opportunities

About the Nurse Practitioner (APP) PositionUpperline Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide clinic-based care in our Hoover, AL market. In collaboration with Upperline’s local Physician team, APPs develop complex plans of care in accordance with the patient’s health status and overall goals and values; provide medical diagnostics and treatments in the clinic, in the patient's home, or via telehealth, consistent with the APP’s scope of practice and the patient’s medical condition; educate patients and families on medication usage, diet & nutrition, and crisis anticipation & prevention. They will also communicate medical information to patients’ physicians, other providers and Upperline’s Physician team and broader interdisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates will have experience with the following: Primary Care/Internal Medicine, geriatric care and/or home-based care, Palliative or Hospice care and/or previously worked in a value-based care environment. Most importantly, candidates must demonstrate compassion for patient needs, have great attention to detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment with rapid growth.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and meet the needs of at-risk patients in both primary and specialty care, with a regular weekday schedule!

What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement clinical plans of care for adult patients facing chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, COPD, CHF, debility, dementia).
• Gather patient history, physical exam, and diagnostics within a clinic setting, via telehealth, or within the patient's home.
• Develop and implement treatment plans given patient’s goals of care and current conditions.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet the patient and family’s physical as well as psychosocial needs.
• Provide compassionate care for our complex patients and their families
• Educate patients and families about medication usage, side effects, illness progression, diet & nutrition, medical adherence and crisis anticipation & prevention.
• Communicate with other Upperline clinical team members as well as patient’s community providers, to coordinate optimal care and resources for the patient and their family.
• Communicate with Upperline’s local physician to review patient records and care plans on a timely basis consistent with state regulations and company standards and policy.
• Maintain patient medical records and medical documentation consistent with state regulations and company standards and policy.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation according to risk adjustment standards per education provided.
• Take part in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings and scheduled education sessions.
• Provide telephonic support for escalated calls from triage nurse.
• Participate in continuing education as required by the state Board of Nursing.
• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Nursing.
• Other related duties as deemed necessary.

Required Skills, Education, and Competencies:

• Master’s degree in nursing required
• Board Certification as an Adult, Adult-Geriatric or Family Nurse Practitioner required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• 2plus years (Over 4000 hours) nurse practitioner experience in Primary Care/Internal Medicine
• Value-based care experience preferred
• Possession of DEA registration or eligibility
• Must be comfortable providing care in patients homes
• Previous experience managing, supervising, or coaching clinicians highly preferred
• A reliable automobile, valid driver’s license and minimum state required liability auto insurance are required; Mileage reimbursement provided
• Adaptability to thrive is a fast-paced growth-forward environment
• Experience working in an EMR - AthenaHealth EMR is highly preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure that each of your interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members is effective and meaningful.

Compensation
Compensation is commensurate to compensation for similar positions in the region and based on prior training and experience

Job Type: Full-time

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