Nurse Practitioner Disability Evaluations

Nurse Practitioner - VA Disability Evaluations

Position Overview


The Judge Group is seeking licensed Nurse Practitioners to perform disability evaluations for Veterans applying for service-connected benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) .

In this role, providers review medical records, perform focused examinations related to claimed conditions, and complete required documentation which may include medical opinions. These evaluations are for disability determination purposes only and do not involve prescribing medications or providing treatment plans .

Some documentation may be completed remotely following examinations. The goal of this role is to provide a professional, respectful, and accurate evaluation experience for Veterans.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct medical disability examinations for Veterans, including medical history review and focused physical assessments
• Evaluate how medical conditions impact a Veteran's daily functioning and work capability
• Review medical records, diagnostic results, and supporting documentation
• Provide objective medical opinions when required based on exam findings and record review
• Document exam results using the VA's web-based examination system and submit reports within required timelines
• Manage case workload and coordinate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure complete and accurate documentation
• Maintain compliance with VA program requirements, HIPAA regulations, and federal guidelines
• Provide scheduling availability and manage exam workflow to meet turnaround expectations
• Travel up to 10% to additional clinic locations if necessary

Office / Facility Requirements

• Providers must have access to or operate their own professional medical office or clinical space to conduct Veteran examinations
• Office space must allow for private, in-person medical evaluations and maintain patient confidentiality
• ADA-compliant office space is strongly preferred to ensure accessibility for Veterans with disabilities

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with clinical teams
• Strong computer skills and comfort using web-based documentation systems
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills

Preferred Experience

• Experience performing VA disability examinations
• Background in occupational medicine, disability evaluations, or assessment-based clinical roles
• Experience working with Veteran or military populations

Additional Requirements

• Maintain compliance with HIPAA and patient privacy regulations
• Complete required VA training and program updates
• Must be authorized to work in the United States