Nurse Practitioner - Longitudinal Care

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Primary Care for Maricopa County, AZ

Full-time hours | Temp to Perm | Monday–Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM | In-home & community-based visits

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide comprehensive primary care services to patients in home-based and community settings in Mesa, Tempe, or Gilbert, Arizona. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, promoting continuity of care, and improving overall patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-home and community-based visits (minimum of 25 per week) in assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, group homes, and delegated locations.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and risk evaluations.

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic health conditions while developing personalized, evidence-based care plans.

• Manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disorders, ensuring optimal patient education and disease control.

• Prescribe and adjust medications while providing guidance on administration and potential side effects.

• Promote preventive healthcare, including immunizations, screenings, and lifestyle modifications.

• Deliver patient education on disease management, healthy habits, and self-care strategies.

• Serve as the primary care provider of record, ensuring seamless coordination of care.

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR) and complete documentation within 48 hours of each visit.

• Exhibit exceptional bedside manner, fostering trust and rapport with patients and their families.

• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and adhere to healthcare regulations and standards.

• Provide after-hours, on-call support when needed for urgent care needs or initial assessments.

• Ensure reliable transportation to patient locations and adhere to scheduled appointment times.

• Strictly follow all company policies, procedures, ethical standards, and compliance regulations.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted NP license in Arizona, free of clinical or board restrictions.

• Board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP).

• Ability to obtain autonomous provider status within six months of eligibility.

• Minimum two years of primary care or longitudinal care experience preferred.

• Active DEA license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and patient education skills.

• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and access to reliable transportation.

• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening per employer and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HEDIS/STAR measures, home-based visits, and Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) documentation.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs and perform duties that involve standing, bending, kneeling, and driving.

• Work is performed in patients’ homes, with potential exposure to environmental challenges.

Key Competencies

• Self-motivated and able to work independently while delivering high-quality healthcare.

• Strong computer and EMR proficiency.

• Expertise in risk adjustment models for CMS and ACA compliance.

• Exceptional communication and patient rapport-building skills.

• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and problem-solve effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to proactively address and resolve patient or provider concerns.

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