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Upperline Health•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Upperline Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide clinic-based care in its Tampa, Florida clinic, with care also provided in patients’ homes and via telehealth as appropriate. Working in collaboration with the local physician team and broader interdisciplinary team, the Nurse Practitioner develops complex plans of care based on patients’ health status, goals, and values; provides medical diagnostics and treatment within the APP’s scope of practice; educates patients and families; and communicates relevant medical information to physicians and other providers. The role focuses on adult patients with chronic and complex conditions and offers a regular weekday schedule. Compensation is commensurate with similar regional positions and based on prior training and experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree in nursing.
Board certification as an Adult, Adult-Geriatric, or Family Nurse Practitioner.
Current state Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner licenses.
At least 6 months of Nurse Practitioner experience in primary care or internal medicine.
Possession of DEA registration or eligibility.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Comfort providing care in patients’ homes.
Reliable automobile, valid driver’s license, and at least the state-required liability auto insurance; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-forward environment.
Experience working with an EMR.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office products.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Compassion for patient needs, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

Value-based care experience.
Previous experience managing, supervising, or coaching clinicians.
Experience with the AthenaHealth EMR.
Experience in primary care or internal medicine, geriatric care, home-based care, palliative or hospice care, or a value-based care environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement clinical plans of care for adult patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, COPD, CHF, debility, and dementia.
Gather patient history, perform physical examinations, and obtain diagnostics in home or clinic settings.
Develop and implement treatment plans based on patients’ goals of care and current conditions.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to address patients’ and families’ physical and psychosocial needs.
Provide compassionate care to complex patients and their families.
Educate patients and families about medication usage and side effects, illness progression, diet and nutrition, medical adherence, and crisis anticipation and prevention.
Coordinate care and resources with Upperline clinical team members and patients’ community providers.
Review patient records and care plans with the local Upperline physician in a timely manner consistent with state regulations and company standards and policies.
Maintain patient medical records and documentation consistent with state regulations and company standards and policies.
Complete accurate and timely documentation according to risk-adjustment standards and provided education.
Participate in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings and scheduled education sessions.
Provide telephonic support for escalated calls from the triage nurse.
Participate in continuing education as required by the state Board of Nursing.
Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Nursing.
Perform other related duties as deemed necessary.