APP - Floater

Location Variable, Louisville, KY, 40206, United States Job Category Clinical Employee Type FT Exempt Job Summary An Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP) – Market Floater is a licensed and board-certified nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant specifically assigned to Longevity Health Plan members for purposes of executing the Institutional Special Needs Plan Model of Care. These APPs are not permanently assigned to one facility, but instead floated within a state market for purposes of filling vacancies, absences, and the like. Schedule of travel and frequency will vary by market and will be mutually agreed to by the MDCS and new hire for that market. APPs who require regulatory oversight/supervision will be hired based on the available supervisory/collaborative practice physicians and oversight processes in place in each Longevity Health Plan state. The APP – Market Floater will be responsible to effectively medically manage a panel of Longevity Health Plan enrolled nursing home level of care/institutional members in partnership with primary care team and deliver the Longevity Health Plan Model of Care. The APP conducts a comprehensive assessment, develops, and delivers the member’s individualized plan of care, attends nursing facility care team meetings, communicates frequently with the resident’s family/loved ones and ensures the care team understands the member’s goals of care and needs. The APP focuses on treating in place, uses clinical practice guidelines to guide treatment decisions and effectively documents member’s health status, functional status, and diagnoses. As part of the Clinical team the APP will be supported by the Clinical Manager/Director and local medical director who provide education and guidance on best practices to effectively care for their members. Key Tasks and Responsibilities Provides collaborative primary care and services to a panel of Longevity Health Plan Services including treating in the most appropriate setting based on the member’s goals of care. Executes/delivers Longevity Health Plan Model of Care activities, treating in the most appropriate setting, develops and implements advanced care planning, embraces and executes treating in place model. Facilitates, administers Health Plan clinical operations functions—prior authorization, Part A and B services, Medication Reviews, HEDIS and STARs quality gap closure, promoting membership growth. Serves as a trusted advisor to members, loved ones and nursing home staff and member advocate, educates care teams on member needs and early identification of changes in condition, notifying APP and telehealth partners for member changes. Delivers effective and frequent communication and coordination with members’ PCPs, loved ones and care team members on members care needs, goals of care, treatment plans/changes. Supports overall market goals/targets and balances member caseload demands with other team member support needs. Promotes Longevity Health Plan with members, loved ones and nursing facilities and other stakeholders. Is able to function autonomously and is accountable for practice. Establishes meaningful relationships and is able to effectively function in the nursing home environment. Is member centric and customer service orientated establishing meaningful relationships that ensures effective and high-quality care for Longevity Health Plan members. Performs other related duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position. Credentials & Coverage State unrestricted licensed Advanced Practice Nurse, National Board certification (AANP, ANCC or AACN) as an Adult, Family, Geriatric or Primary Care nurse practitioner required. State unrestricted licensed Physician’s Assistant NCCPA board certified required. DEA License required. Must have an active national provider number (NPI) and an active Medicare provider number. Valid state driver's license with a good driving record and proof of automobile insurance required. Auto liability insurance declaration page with minimum limits of $100,000/$300,000 for bodily injury and $100,000 for property damage with combined single limit of $300,000 required. Must be eligible to participate in the Medicare program as a provider and registered. Provide proof of coverage on an annual basis. Education and Training Master of Science in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner from a nationally accredited program OR Master’s Degree from a nationally accredited program. Knowledge, Experience and Education 6+ months experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Master of Science in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner from a nationally accredited program OR Master’s Degree from a nationally accredited program. Experience working in the nursing home environment is strongly desired. Computer/Technology proficiency required. The ability to engage and communicate effectively with physicians, members, and family members. Self-directed but functions well in a team environment. Excellent clinical skills—assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescribing specifically for the chronically ill population. Demonstrated critical thinking skills, organization, and prioritization skills. State unrestricted licensed Advanced Practice Nurse, National Board certification (AANP, ANCC or AACN) as an Adult, Family, Geriatric or Primary Care nurse practitioner or state unrestricted licensed Physician’s Assistant NCCPA board certified required. DEA License required. Must have an active national provider number (NPI) and an active Medicare provider number. Must be eligible to participate in the Medicare program as a provider and registered. Valid state driver's license with a good driving record and proof of automobile insurance required. Auto liability insurance declaration page with minimum limits required by your state of residence. You will be responsible for providing this proof of coverage on an annual basis. Longevity Health follows federal and state regulations regarding COVID-19 vaccinations. Some facilities may still require staff vaccinations to protect the health of residents. Applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination, or an approved exemption, where applicable. Longevity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kids for the Future