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NURSE PRACTITIONER - SCC POPULATION HEALTH/ACO

South Central Regional Medical Center
Posted 11 days ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Laurel, MS, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Nurse Practitioner position at South Central Regional Medical Center focuses on delivering high-quality healthcare services primarily to Medicare and Medicare Advantage populations.
  • Candidates must have a Master's degree in nursing, current Nurse Practitioner certification in Family Medicine, and a valid state nursing license.
  • The role requires a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in geriatric care or quality-based care, with a salary range typically starting at $90,000 per year, depending on experience.
  • Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, developing individualized care plans, and providing patient education and advocacy.
  • The position also emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve health outcomes and enhance the quality of life for patients.

Nurse Practitioner

Job Title

Nurse Practitioner

Department

SCC Population Health/ACO

Full Time/PRN

Full Time

Job Summary

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality healthcare services to patients across various age groups, but primarily Medicare and Medicare Advantage populations. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, develop care plans, perform telehealth TCM visits, and update problem lists, ensuring patient safety and well-being. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care, addressing both physical and emotional health needs. This position requires a strong commitment to patient education and advocacy, empowering individuals to make informed health decisions. Ultimately, your expertise will contribute to improved health outcomes and enhanced quality of life for the patients you serve.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's degree in nursing from an accredited program.
  • Current Nurse Practitioner certification in Family Medicine.
  • Valid state nursing license and certification to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
  • Be able to work independently and with a multidisciplinary team as well as function/work effectively within an ever-changing quality-based care environment.
  • Exhibit critical thinking skills,great timemanagement, and organizational skills as well as quick learner

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in geriatric care.
  • Experience in quality-based care
  • Experience in chronic care management
  • Experience with Transitional Care Management
  • Epic EHR experience

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conduct thorough patient assessments and evaluations todeterminehealth status and needs, especially those with multiple chronic conditions.
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams.
  • Manage and treat acute and chronic conditions, including pain management strategies.
  • Educate patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensureoptimaloutcomes.
  • Enroll new CCM members by explaining the program and creating care plans.
  • Perform TCM services via telehealth as needed.
  • Collaborate with Director of Population Health/ACO and other staff to help SCRMC and providers achieve, master, and obtain excellent or above average quality scores.
  • Perform any other responsibilities as needed by SCRMC or Population Health Department.

Professional Responsibilities

  • Promote patient safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
  • Maintain professional competency through continuing education and certification requirements.
  • Collaborate effectively with providers, care coordinators, and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Support population health initiatives and quality improvement efforts.
  • Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and effective communication.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform clinical duties for extended periods.
  • Manual dexteritysufficienttooperateclinical equipment and computer systems.
  • Ability to lift, move, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently and more withassistance.
  • Adequate vision, hearing, and communication skills to safely perform job duties.

All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to assist in performing the essential functions of the position.

South Central Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.





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