Field Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

About Grace at Home

Grace at Home is an innovative health and care company on a mission to eliminate barriers and to improve care in high-need, urban and rural communities. Grace at Home’s purpose is to every day improve the health and well-being of those who need care the most – in their homes and communities.

Overview:

This position reports to the Medical Director with accountability for providing strategy, judgment, organization, and evidence-based analysis to influence decisions, and directly to meet Grace

at Home’s requirements. We are committed to serving through a Culture of Care. The core principles that drive Grace at Home in every market are the same, though they are expressed locally may vary: Humility, Partnership, Transparency, Creativity, Integrity, and Empathy.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Nurse Practitioner will have the following responsibilities:

• In partnership with the clinical team, provide medical highest quality medical care for the practice’s patients.
• In partnership with the Medical Director and Management, assist and support clinical personnel (e.g., clinical nurses, allied health professionals, EMR, telemedicine operations).
• Provide consultations and perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in their clinical discipline within their practice scope, consulting when appropriate the supervising physicians for assistance with both diagnosis and treatment.
• Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to create individualized treatment plans for patients; embrace and promote a patient-centric model of care.
• Commit to the practice of value-based care which emphasizes care in the appropriate setting to improve and lower costs, address and close gaps in care and drive high patient satisfaction.
• Demonstrate proficiency and support use of the practice management system and electronic medical record (EMR).
• Provide back up call to an overnight, holiday and weekend nurse line for clinical escalations in multiple states.
• Licensing requirement:
• Willingness to obtain and maintain Nurse Practitioner licensure in multiple states to support on-call backup coverage, with all associated licensing costs covered by the company.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Nursing Degree or Nurse Practitioner Degree from an accredited U.S. school is required. Nurse practitioners must have completed accredited education and training for nursing and nurse practitioners. An active unrestricted medical license in the State of Illinois is required.
• Experience: At least 3 years of active practice required. DEA Certification required.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills; ability to clearly articulate and present concepts and models in an accessible manner.
• Relationships: Ability to build and effectively manage relationships with patients, the community business leaders, and external constituents.
• Culture: Good judgement, impeccable ethics, and a strong team player; desire to succeed and grow in a fast-paced, demanding, and entrepreneurial Company.

Benefits:

Financial Well-being

• Competitive Compensation: We offer competitive salaries to attract and retain the best talent.
• 401(k) with Employer Match: Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and a generous 4% employer match.

Health and Wellness

• Comprehensive Medical Plan: We proudly offer a comprehensive medical option with an employer contribution.
• Dental & Vision Coverage: Maintain your oral and eye health with our employer-paid dental and vision plans via MetLife.
• Employer-Paid Insurance: Life, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance are provided at no cost to you.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy ample time off for rest and rejuvenation with generous PTO, holidays, and wellness time.

Additional Perks

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) Allowance for Providers: Stay at the forefront of your field with our CME allowance.
• Commuter Benefits: Save on your commute with our commuter benefits program.
• Mileage Reimbursement: Get reimbursed for work-related travel expenses.

The working environment and physical requirements of the job include:

This position requires in-home, assisted living, and independent-living community-based work. The job requires frequent travel for patient visits in all types of weather conditions. Work may be performed in settings with conditioned air, artificial light, and an open workspace.

In this position you will need an ability to travel frequently by car and/or public transportation, the ability to communicate with customers, vendors, management, and other co-workers in person and over devices, sometimes with people who are agitated. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting or standing for extended periods is common. Must be able to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. Lifting of up to 50 lbs. occasionally may be required. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines. Good reasoning ability is important. Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Grace at Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please indicate this in your application or speak with your recruiter during the hiring process.