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Job Details
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Job Location
Buffalo, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$108,000.00 - $140,000.00 Salary/year
Description
Company: Emcara Health
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - Home Based Care
Location: Buffalo, New York (Erie County)
Salary: $108,000 - $140,000
Sign-On Bonus: $30,000
About Us: Emcara Health is a leading provider of in-home assessments and longitudinal care, primarily serving a senior population. We are on a transformative journey to revolutionize in-home care and become the premier employer in the in-home healthcare industry. Our commitment to quality patient care, employee well-being, and innovation drives our mission.
If you are a passionate and caring Nurse Practitioner eager to make a positive difference in the lives of patients in New York through in-home care, we invite you to join our team.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our care team in New York. You will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients throughout their healthcare journey. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes and promote continuity of care.
Our Commitment to You: When you join our team, you become part of a community that values and prioritizes the well-being of both patients and our dedicated staff. We foster a culture of safety, diversity, inclusivity, and belongingness, ensuring that every member of our team feels supported and appreciated for their unique contributions.
Key Responsibilities:
We care about our team members. We offer benefits to support your well-being, both at work and in life:
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.
Job Location
Buffalo, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$108,000.00 - $140,000.00 Salary/year
Description
Company: Emcara Health
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - Home Based Care
Location: Buffalo, New York (Erie County)
Salary: $108,000 - $140,000
Sign-On Bonus: $30,000
About Us: Emcara Health is a leading provider of in-home assessments and longitudinal care, primarily serving a senior population. We are on a transformative journey to revolutionize in-home care and become the premier employer in the in-home healthcare industry. Our commitment to quality patient care, employee well-being, and innovation drives our mission.
If you are a passionate and caring Nurse Practitioner eager to make a positive difference in the lives of patients in New York through in-home care, we invite you to join our team.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our care team in New York. You will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients throughout their healthcare journey. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes and promote continuity of care.
Our Commitment to You: When you join our team, you become part of a community that values and prioritizes the well-being of both patients and our dedicated staff. We foster a culture of safety, diversity, inclusivity, and belongingness, ensuring that every member of our team feels supported and appreciated for their unique contributions.
Key Responsibilities:
- In-Home Assessments (IHA): Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments for patients, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and medication management.
- Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health status, including physical examinations, medical histories, and risk assessments.
- Diagnosis and Treatment: Formulate accurate diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices and guidelines.
- Chronic Disease Management: Manage and monitor chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases, ensuring optimal disease control and patient education.
- Medication Management: Prescribe medications and adjust dosages as necessary, while educating patients on proper medication administration and potential side effects.
- Preventive Care: Promote preventive healthcare measures, including immunizations, screenings, and lifestyle modifications, to improve patient health and prevent future illnesses.
- Patient Education: Provide patient education on disease management, healthy lifestyles, and self-care practices to empower patients to take an active role in their health.
- Collaborative Care: Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and seamless transitions for patients.
- Primary Care Provider of Record: Serve as patients’ primary care provider.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records (EHR) to track patient progress, treatment plans, and interventions.
- Bedside Manner: Exhibit exceptional bedside manner, fostering trust and rapport with patients and their families through genuine care and empathy.
- Follow-Up: Schedule and conduct regular follow-up appointments with patients to assess treatment effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
- Quality Assurance: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to healthcare regulations and standards to maintain the highest level of care quality.
- After-Hours On-Call: Participate in after-hours on-call and conduct longitudinal care and IHA visits as needed.
- Travel: Drive to client and/or patient sites within a designated area.
- Flexibility: Other duties as assigned based on business need.
- Active, unrestricted current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of New York.
- Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
- Obtain autonomous provider status within six months of meeting eligibility requirements. Preferred two years of experience in a primary care or longitudinal care setting.
- Active driver’s license; licensed for a minimum of 3 years without restrictions; no DUI or other felony driving conviction in the past 7 years.
- Current Basic Life Support Certification for health care providers.
- Active DEA license.
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
- Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- HEDIS/STAR measures experience
- Homebased visit experience
- HCC documentation experience
- Ability to complete physical requirements of the job including navigating stairs and a variety of dwelling conditions, and sit, stand, and kneel to perform physical assessment.
We care about our team members. We offer benefits to support your well-being, both at work and in life:
- Healthcare and Supplemental Coverage: Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, and vision needs, and supplemental benefits.
- Financial Security: Plan for the future with our retirement benefits.
- Learning: Keep growing with opportunities for continuous education.
- Time-Off: Enjoy generous paid time off, including sick leave, holiday breaks, and flexible scheduling.
- Safety: Technological tools to ensure provider safety.
- Working Hours: Our standard business hours are from Monday to Friday, 8am 5pm, with a one-hour lunch break.
- Weekly Visits: Our minimum workload is 25 visits per week.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.