Nurse Practitioner

About the role

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) at Upward Health is responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered, comprehensive primary care. Using Upward Health's proprietary Facilitated Virtual Care platform, the NP delivers care that improves outcomes and reduces costs for patients with complex diagnoses and co-morbid, chronic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Triage, diagnose, and treat patients in person or via our virtual care platform.
• Serve as a day-to-day clinical leader, providing decision support and directing the multidisciplinary team under the guidance of the Medical Director.
• Conduct primary care, urgent visits, and annual wellness exams, ensuring all appropriate screening tests and quality measures are addressed.
• Refer patients appropriately for behavioral health and specialty services.
• Care for patients in their homes, coordinating care transitions to prevent hospital readmissions by collaborating with PCPs, hospitalists, and SNF providers.
• Participate in the on-call provider schedule to support the 24/7 patient hotline, requiring after-hours and weekend availability on a rotating and recurring basis.
• Foster a collaborative working environment with all members of the interdisciplinary team, contributing to daily huddles, team meetings, and patient discussions.
• Maintain and respond to remote patient data collected through monitoring devices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a provider, with a minimum of 3 years in a primary care, or related, setting.
• A Multi-state Advanced Nursing License or willingness to obtain.
• A valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, though responsibilities are primarily performed virtually.
• Experience in urgent/emergent care settings is a plus.

Skills & Abilities

• Perform and document accurate and thorough risk assessments for the purpose of accurate documentation of condition(s).
• Expertise in managing complex, polychronic patients, with demonstrated ability to assess and treat high-acuity patients.
• Familiarity with caring for Medicare and Medicaid populations, with experience in both inpatient and outpatient or home care settings.
• Proficiency in motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and supporting vulnerable populations is preferred.
• Excellent written, computer, and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate efficiently and proactively with the clinical team.
• Dedication to health equity and transforming care for patients in their homes.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to provide clinical leadership and coordination.

Qualifications

• Multi-state Advanced Nursing License or willing to obtain.
• A valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, though responsibilities are primarily performed virtually.
• Experience in urgent/emergent care settings is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Clinical Leadership: Ability to provide decision support and leadership to the care team.
• Patient-Centered Care: Focused on delivering high-quality, compassionate care to improve patient outcomes.
• Collaboration: Works effectively within a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving protocols.
• Problem-Solving: Proactively identifies and addresses challenges in patient care and team coordination.

Upward Health Benefits

Upward Health offers competitive compensation, including a salary range of $140,000 USD - $150,000 USD, depending on experience and qualifications. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as paid time off and professional development opportunities.

Upward Health Core Values

At Upward Health, we believe in fostering a culture of respect, inclusivity, and excellence. Our core values guide us in creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute to our mission of improving the lives of our patients.

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