Nurse Practitioner

The Judge Group is currently seeking Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and/or Physician Assistants (PAs) to conduct in-home health assessments across Jefferson County, NY.


Position Summary

• Providers will conduct in-person, no-cost annual preventive health risk assessments for members enrolled in Medicare, Medicaid, and Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans.
• Assessments take place in the member's home and must meet all health plans, quality and service expectations.
• Minimum requirement: 15 visits per month.

Overview

• Providers must be credentialed with Excellus, NYS Medicare, and Medicaid to avoid onboarding delays.
• Candidates must be willing to travel within a 50-minute radius.

Schedule

• Flexible daytime and evening availability
• Appointment duration: 60-75 minutes

Compensation

• Paid at market rate per completed assessment
• Mileage reimbursement after the first 30 miles driven per day, at the current IRS rate

Essential Functions

• Complete required self-paced and instructor-led training within assigned timeframes
• Provide a minimum of 15 appointment slots per month
• Deliver high-quality assessments meeting member satisfaction and health plan standards
• Submit chart notes within 24 hours of each visit
• Respond to charting queries within 48 hours
• Maintain consistent communication with clinical leadership
• Attend required training sessions and meetings
• Enter member homes safely and respectfully
• Lift up to 20 pounds as needed
• Bend or kneel for extended periods during assessments when required

Core Competencies

• Strong computer proficiency and experience with electronic medical records (EMRs)
• Understanding of CMS and ACA risk-adjustment models
• Accurate and thorough clinical documentation skills
• Effective verbal and written communication with members and clinical teams
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
• Sound decision-making within established policies and procedures
• Adaptability to changing conditions and responsibilities
• Positive, collaborative approach with members and colleagues
• Proactively anticipate and resolve member, provider, and health plan concerns

Education & Experience

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited NP program (FNP, AGNP, ANP) or
  Master's degree from an accredited PA program
• Home health experience within the last 5 years (Required)
• 1 year of in-home assessment experience (Highly Preferred)

Licensure & Certifications

• Current RN and NP or PA licensure in the state of practice
• Board certification through ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA
• Active Medicaid ID for the state
• Active Medicare PTAN
• Current BLS certification
• Valid, unencumbered state driver's license
• Proof of adequate auto insurance for the state where visits occur