Primary Care Nurse Practicioner

Valor Healthcare, Inc.•Bowling Green, KY

3d•$125,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for people who serve or have served in the military and those who serve the federal government. The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care to patients seeking treatment in the clinic, under the direction of a physician or mid-level provider. The role collaborates with the core PACT team—Primary Care Provider, RN, and Medical Assistant—and the expanded PACT team, including family members or caregivers, VA personnel, and community-based services, to develop patient care plans. The position is safety sensitive and requires compliance with VA clinical and documentation guidelines, company and VA training requirements, and applicable oversight and accreditation standards. The practitioner also supports patient enrollment and retention, clinic outreach, and excellent service to veterans, colleagues, and clinic visitors.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and an accredited nurse practitioner program, including preceptorship; MSN required.
Certification by the applicable professional organization.
At least one year of clinical experience as a CRNP within the last four years in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; specific requirements may vary by VA contract.
Credentialed and in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration.
Valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements; must maintain all licensure requirements.
Current Basic Life Support certification, renewed as required by the certifying agency.
Current ACLS certification as specified by the individual VAMC contract.
Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration registration.
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Strong computer skills.
Energetic and optimistic demeanor.
Strong service mentality and focus on meeting defined service standards.

Nice To Haves

Three years of CRNP clinical experience is preferred.
Experience in a government healthcare environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat veterans under the direction and responsibility of a supervising physician.
Examine patients for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders.
Develop and implement patient management plans and assist in providing continuity of care.
Order and perform diagnostic tests, including x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory tests; interpret results, notify patients of deviations from normal, and provide follow-up care.
Counsel patients on prescription medication use, educate patients, assess mental health issues, and provide routine health maintenance.
Evaluate medical records from providers outside the VA and coordinate co-managed care under VA rules.
Complete all clinical reminders due at the time of each patient visit.
Document medical records within 24 hours of patient encounters and complete encounters by close of business.
Respond appropriately and promptly to patient requests, alerts and notifications, consults, orders, laboratory results, and diagnostic studies in accordance with VA guidelines.
Follow VA formulary and consultation protocols.
Complete VA and company training requirements and comply with Office of Inspector General, Joint Commission, Environment of Care, laboratory, and other applicable requirements.
Focus on achieving excellent clinical outcomes in accordance with VA guidelines.
Provide excellent customer service to veterans in person and by phone, as well as to colleagues and clinic visitors.
Participate in clinic outreach events supporting enrollment initiatives.
Support patient enrollment and retention by providing guidance about scheduling, follow-up visits, or nurse visits when needed.
Embrace and support new clinical and operational initiatives.