Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Valor Healthcare, Inc.

$90K — $110K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited nursing school and nurse practitioner program (MSN required) with preceptorship
  • Certification by relevant professional organization
  • Minimum 1 year clinical experience (3 years preferred) as CRNP in primary or ambulatory care
  • Credentialed and in good standing with Veterans Health Administration (VA)
  • Valid, unrestricted license in state of employment or applicable U.S. territory
  • Current certification in Basic Life Support and ACLS as per contract requirements
  • Strong computer skills, proficiency in English, and excellent customer service aptitude

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and treat veterans under supervising physician's guidance
  • Examine patients for organic or congenital disorders
  • Develop and implement patient management plans to ensure continuity of care
  • Order diagnostic tests and interpret results for follow-up care
  • Educate patients, assess mental health issues, and provide routine health maintenance
  • Evaluate external medical records and work within VA co-managed care rules
  • Participate in clinic outreach events to support enrollment initiatives

Benefits

  • Generous time off
  • Weekday schedule for better work-life balance
  • Excellent benefits package including healthcare and retirement
  • Opportunity to positively impact veteran's health through direct care and community engagement
  • Collaborative work environment with multi-disciplinary team supporting veterans
Full Job Description
Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Primary Care Nurse Practitioner to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Copperas Cove, TX . In exchange for your dedication and experience, we are proud to offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, generous time off and a weekday schedule. As a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider. You will collaborate with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant) and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan. Core Responsibilities Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans under the direction and responsibility of a supervising physician. Examines patient for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders. Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in provision of continuity of care. Orders and performs diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, laboratory tests, etc. and interprets test results for deviations from normal and provides patient notification and follow up care. Counsel patients on the use of prescription medications, educates patients, assesses mental health issues, and provides routine health maintenance. Evaluates patients' records from medical providers outside the VA and works with these patients utilizing rules set forth by the VA for co-managed care. Completes any and all clinical reminders "due" at the time of each patient visit. Completes documentation of the medical record within 24 hours of a patient encounter. Complies with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely response to all patient request, alerts and notifications, consults, orders, lab results, and diagnostic studies. Complies with the VA formulary process and consult protocols. Complies with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely clinical documentation, including the completion of all encounters by close of business. Complies with all VA and company training requirements. Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission(JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance, and other related items. Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines. Must provide excellent customer service to each veteran, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors. Participate in the clinic's outreach events to help support the clinic's enrollment initiatives. Support patient enrollment and retention by providing guidance, when necessary, regarding scheduling, follow-up visits or nurse visits. Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational. Requirements Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and graduate of an accredited program for nurse practitioner (MSN required), including preceptorship Certification by applicable professional organization Minimum one-year clinical experience (three years preferred) as a CRNP within the last 4 years in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare environment preferred. Specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract. Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA). Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements. Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency - AHA valid for two years, e.g.) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration Proficiency in written and spoken English. Strong computer skills Energetic and optimistic demeanor Strong service mentality and a focus on achieving all aspects of defined service standards This is considered a safety sensitive position. Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

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