Upperline Health Podiatry Nurse Practitioner Opportunity Jasper IN | Value-Based Care

Upperline Health • Jasper, IN

25d • Hybrid

About The Position

Upperline Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide clinic-based care in Jasper, IN. In collaboration with Upperline’s local Physician team, APPs develop complex plans of care in accordance with the patient’s health status and overall goals and values; provide medical diagnostics and treatments in the clinic, home, or telehealth, consistent with the APP’s scope of practice and the patient’s medical condition; educate patients and families on medication usage, diet & nutrition, and crisis anticipation & prevention. They will also communicate medical information to patients’ physicians, other providers and Upperline’s Physician team and broader interdisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have experience with the following: podiatry, primary care / internal medicine, geriatric care and/or home-based care, palliative or hospice care and/or previously worked in a Podiatry care environment. Most importantly, candidates must demonstrate compassion for patient needs, have great attention to detail, and thrive in a collaborative environment with rapid growth. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and meet the needs of at-risk patients in both primary and specialty care, with a regular weekday schedule!

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing required
• Board Certification as an Adult, Adult-Geriatric or Family Nurse Practitioner required
• Current State Registered Nurse & Nurse Practitioner license required
• 6-months nurse practitioner experience in podiatry
• Possession of DEA registration or eligibility
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• Must be comfortable providing care in patients homes
• A reliable automobile, valid driver’s license and minimum state required liability auto insurance are required
• Adaptability to thrive is a fast-paced growth-forward environment
• Experience working in an EMR - AthenaHealth EMR is highly preferred
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to ensure that each of your interactions with patients, family caregivers, clinicians, and team members is effective and meaningful.

Nice To Haves

• Value-based care experience preferred
• Podiatry, orthopedic, wound care and experience with radiologic interpretation, ABIs and injections are a plus
• Previous experience managing, supervising, or coaching clinicians highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Practice within a unique combination of primary care and specialty podiatric care with the opportunity to grow your skills in both aspects of our value-based care model
• Podiatric specifics: provide routine and at-risk foot care including nail & callous debridement, diabetic wound care, and amputation prevention while working within scope and level of experience to manage post-operative patients
• Develop and implement clinical plans of care for adult patients facing chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, COPD, CHF, debility, dementia)
• Gather patient history, physical exam, and diagnostics in the home or clinic setting. Develop and implement treatment plans given patient’s goals of care and current conditions
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet the patient and family’s physical as well as psychosocial needs
• Provide compassionate care for our complex patients and their families
• Educate patients and families about medication usage, side effects, illness progression, diet & nutrition, medical adherence and crisis anticipation & prevention
• Communicate with other Upperline clinical team members as well as patient’s community providers, to coordinate optimal care and resources for the patient and their family
• Communicate with Upperline’s local physician to review patient records and care plans on a timely basis consistent with state regulations and company standards and policy
• Maintain patient medical records and medical documentation consistent with state regulations and company standards and policy
• Complete accurate and timely documentation according to risk adjustment standards per education provided
• Take part in weekly interdisciplinary team meetings and scheduled education sessions
• Provide telephonic support for escalated calls from triage nurse
• Participate in continuing education as required by the state Board of Nursing
• Prescribe medication as permitted by the state Board of Nursing
• Other related duties as deemed necessary

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary plus annual bonus opportunity
• Generous benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental & vision, 401K, PTO and parental leave
• Continuing Medical Education reimbursement
• State license reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level