Nurse Practitioner, NP
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Job Location:
Chesapeake, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Chesapeake VA US
- Norfolk VA US
- -Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in Primary Care Internal Medicine or Gerontology. -Demonstrated expertise in the management of chronic health conditions including but not limited to diabetes hypertension chronic respiratory diseases (e.g. COPD) and heart disease. -Proven experience in prescribing and managing medications: ability to initiate titrate and monitor therapies such as insulin antihypertensive statins and other evidence-based treatments aligned with current clinical guidelines. -Must live local to Chesapeake/Norfolk VA area.
- -Experience working in primary care setting. -Prior involvement in launching or developing a new clinical program or service. -Comfortable working in results-driven model with performance incentives.
- -Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in Primary Care Internal Medicine or Gerontology. -License to practice autonomously. -DEA license and comfort in prescribing for chronic diseases typically associated with ESRD such as congested heart failure.
- -Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in Primary Care Internal Medicine or Gerontology. -Demonstrated expertise in the management of chronic health conditions including but not limited to diabetes hypertension chronic respiratory diseases (e.g. COPD) and heart disease. -Proven experience in prescribing and managing medications: ability to initiate titrate and monitor therapies such as insulin antihypertensive statins and other evidence-based treatments aligned with current clinical guidelines.
Join Us in Revolutionizing Primary Care for ESKD Patients: Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in the Chesapeake/Norfolk VA market.
* Bonus available for achieving key clinical metrics up to 60% of base salary*
We are pioneering a new approach to primary care for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESKD) directly within our dialysis centers. Were seeking a highly motivated and innovative Nurse Practitioner to be our founding NP helping us build and shape this groundbreaking program.
It is estimated that 30-50% of patients with renal failure do not receive consistent primary care support resulting in increased morbidity hospitalizations and mortality. This program will address the care barriers kidney patients face:
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Bringing care to the patient: Patients receive care in the health setting they spend the most time in: the dialysis unit. No additional patient transportation is required.
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Fostering seamless coordination: Proximity to and coordination with other critical caretakers such as the Nephrologist dialysis teammates and integrated care leaders.
The Opportunity:
This Nurse Practitioner will be the first hire. Starting a program requires flexibility and patience but it affords the opportunity to play a pivotal role in defining the initiatives clinical direction. You will have direct access to top our leaders to provide feedback on innovation and care redesign. It also means that pending performance there will be future leadership opportunities as we scale the program.
Compensation:
The NP will receive a competitive base salary but given the unique role of being a first hire additional compensation will be provided for meeting pre-determined clinical milestones. This is an exciting opportunity to meaningfully share in the success of a new high-impact initiative.
Role Specifics
Location: You will work from a portfolio of 3-8 dialysis centers within the Chesapeake/Norfolk VA market.
Hours: Your schedule will revolve around the time patients will come into the dialysis units primarily between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. You will have clinical autonomy to determine which patients to see and during which time.
Expectations:
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Average 10-12 patient visits per day.
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Coordinate patient follow-ups to proactively address patient concerns including coordinating care with other providers ordering key labs and prescribing medication.
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Build clinical relationships with nephrologists dialysis teammates integrated care teammates and local PCPs and specialists.
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Conduct annual comprehensive health evaluations.
Qualifications:
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5 years of independent primary care practice
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License to practice autonomously
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DEA license and comfort in prescribing for chronic diseases typically associated with ESRD such as congested heart failure.
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Experience with dialysis or nephrology (preferred but not required)
Preferred Qualifications:
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Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in Primary Care Internal Medicine or Gerontology.
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Demonstrated expertise in the management of chronic health conditions including but not limited to diabetes hypertension chronic respiratory diseases (e.g. COPD) and heart disease.
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Proven experience in prescribing and managing medications: ability to initiate titrate and monitor therapies such as insulin antihypertensive statins and other evidence-based treatments aligned with current clinical guidelines.
We are comprised of an innovative team who is committed to improving patient outcomes and improving quality of life. Come work with a team of passionate professionals to transform kidney care through a value-based person-centered comprehensive approach to kidney care.
We provide comprehensive care and complex chronic condition management to patients nationwide whether they are in the early stages of kidney disease transitioning to dialysis seeking a kidney transplant or receiving life-sustaining dialysis.
27000 patients receiving IKC services every month
20 years of Integrated Kidney Care Experience
Were on a mission to revolutionize kidney care with a vision of making integrated care the standard of care for all renal patients. To help us achieve our vision were investing extensively in developing both our model of care and our team. When you join us youre joining a compassionate team committed to quality patient care. Through our commitment to training growth and quality we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.
Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
A community first company second culture based on Core Values that really matter.
Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health your financial well-being and your future.
Dedication above all to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.
Join us as we pursue our vision To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen.
Why wait Explore a career with us today.
What Well Provide:
More than just pay our Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.
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Comprehensive benefits: Medical dental vision 401(k) match paid time off PTO cash out
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Support for you and your family: Family resources EAP counseling sessions access Headspace backup child and elder care maternity/paternity leave and more
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Professional development programs: We offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through our online training platform StarLearning.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Pain Management
- Acute Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Vital Signs Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pediatrics Experience
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Medicare
