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Job Summary

Our client is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse responsible for conducting in-home assessments and some outpatient clinical work on health plan members. The main goal is to ensure the effective management of patients, particularly through comprehensive assessments, chronic disease management, and education to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home assessments on health plan members, with occasional outpatient clinical work.
• Perform comprehensive history taking, physical exams, medication reviews, and cognitive/depression/safety screenings.
• Facilitate end-of-life care discussions, focusing on the geriatric patient population.
• Collect laboratory specimens in the home setting when appropriate.
• Identify diagnoses for active medical and care management of patients, emphasizing chronic disease management.
• Communicate findings to the primary care provider to highlight potential gaps in care.
• Deliver patient, family, and caretaker education, emphasizing monitoring and follow-up of patient needs.
• Utilize knowledge of appropriate community resources for referrals.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain the security of protected health information (PHI).

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Active North Carolina state Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
• Active RN License and Furnishing number (required for NP upon hire).
• Active Nurse Practitioner Board Certification/Physician Assistant Certification.
• NPI Number and valid BLS certification.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license and current automobile insurance.
• Telemedicine experience is a must.
• 1+ years of clinical experience.
• Experience in Home Visits, Geriatrics, Medicare Advantage, or Wellness Checks (CMS requirements) is highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1+ years of clinical experience required.

Skills

• Clinical Skills: Comprehensive medical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in patient and family education.

Additional Requirements

• Must be comfortable with end-of-life care discussions due to the geriatric patient population.
• May be required to work in home and outpatient settings.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.