Field Nurse Practitioner (Columbus, OH)

Molina Healthcare•Columbus, OH

4h•$88,453 - $172,484

About The Position

Provides screening, preventive primary care, medical care, and care coordination to members, primarily in non-clinical settings where they feel comfortable, including homes, communities, nursing facilities, and pop-up clinics. The role supports member progress toward desired health outcomes and contributes to the delivery of quality, cost-effective care. The Nurse Practitioner conducts evaluations, addresses acute and chronic care needs, develops and implements care plans, coordinates follow-up and specialty care, and documents services in an electronic medical record. Work is performed across a variety of locations and populations, with local travel and regular driving within the assigned region. The role practices in collaboration with and under the medical direction and supervision of a licensed physician as required by state law.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
Active and unrestricted national certification from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Current, active, and unrestricted state-issued license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) in the state of practice.
Active and unrestricted prescriber Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license, with authority to prescribe according to state qualifications.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance for work-related travel.
Ability to work across varied settings and adapt to diverse populations, personalities, and personal situations.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate self-motivation.
Responsiveness across communication methods.
Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
Strong time-management and prioritization skills, including managing multiple projects and adapting to change.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and applicable software programs, and experience with electronic medical record systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a registered nurse or Nurse Practitioner in home health, community health, or public health.
Experience as a licensed clinician in home health, particularly managing chronic conditions.
Experience working with underserved populations facing socioeconomic barriers to health care.
Immunization and point-of-care testing skills.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Provide general medical care and care coordination to adult, women’s health, pediatric, and geriatric member populations.
Perform comprehensive evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations, to identify gaps in care and assess preventive health needs.
Address chronic and acute primary care complaints and determine medical urgency.
Establish and document reasonable medical diagnoses.
Seek specialty consultation when appropriate.
Order or perform relevant laboratory and radiology testing, using diagnostic tests judiciously and appropriately in resource-limited settings.
Recognize when a member’s needs exceed the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of knowledge and when physician oversight is needed.
Create and implement medical plans of care.
Schedule appointments for visits when appropriate.
Coordinate post-discharge care to help reduce hospital readmissions and emergency room utilization.
Conduct in-person visits in homes, skilled nursing facilities, and public locations.
Conduct face-to-face visits using alternative modalities based on business needs, leadership direction, and state regulations.
Order bulk laboratory testing for targeted member populations.
Participate in alternating on-call coverage to triage urgent laboratory results and pharmacy inquiries and develop appropriate care plans.
Participate in community pop-up clinics to build relationships and address gaps in health care.
Drive regularly to a variety of locations within the assigned region, generally up to 120 miles per day; extended mileage and occasional overnight hotel stays may be required for special projects.
Obtain and maintain cross-state licenses in addition to the home-state license when business needs require.
Collaborate with other Nurse Practitioners to develop efficient and effective work practices.
Participate actively in regional meetings.
Prescribe medications and perform procedures as appropriate.
Complete timely medical-record documentation in an electronic medical record system.
Practice medicine in collaboration with and under the medical direction and supervision of a licensed physician to the degree required by state law.
Travel locally as required by state or contractual requirements.