Nurse Practitioner Lead

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner Lead Schedule: Monday-Friday with the ability to be flexible and to adjust based on patient and partner needs Job Location: Sacramento, CA Company Description: Greater Good Health is a fast‑growing organization delivering care to older adults in access starved communities. Our innovative model is led by Nurse Practitioners and focused on outcomes, not volume—meaning we prioritize quality over quantity, spend more time with our patients, and are accountable for their health and well‑being. Whether through our own senior‑focused primary care clinics or our suite of integrated clinical solutions for health plans and provider groups, we are making value‑based care more accessible and more effective. We help reduce avoidable healthcare costs, improve clinical outcomes, and create a best‑in‑class patient experience. If you're passionate about transforming healthcare and delivering meaningful care to those who need it most, Greater Good Health offers a purpose‑driven, collaborative, and supportive environment where your work can make a lasting impact. The Role As a Nurse Practitioner Lead at Greater Good Health, you'll be at the heart of our mission to provide exceptional care to our senior Medicare patients. We want our clinicians to take the time needed to address the patient's needs and concerns. This position will be two fold: provide direct oversight to Nurse Practitioners in their market, and perform clinical care. The Nurse Practitioner Lead will be responsible for the coordination and oversight of all medical care provided and quality of services in their respective markets. He/She is responsible for promoting high standards of practice that could include but not limited to development of policies, protocols, practice guidelines, training, Clinician experience, patient experience, and by participating in rigorous performance improvement monitoring of Clinicians. Your responsibilities will include: Serve as the NP Lead for a team of clinicians. Provides oversight and in the field supervision and coaching including the development of clinicians, evaluating clinical quality, and completion of chart reviews. Assist in the interviewing and hiring of new team members and oversees onboarding of new clinicians. Creates a work environment in which people are able to perform to the best of their abilities. Constantly communicates to the team, is open to opinions and feedback from team members and follows through on commitments. Manage the longitudinal care of an assigned patient panel of CKD and ESKD patients, focused on managing their conditions, timely post‑discharge follow‑up, utilization management, preventing readmissions, and medication management. Performs Comprehensive Health Assessments and Health Risk Assessments, which require a holistic view of health and a focus on thoughtful, accurate, and specific clinical coding and documentation. Provides clear direction to achieve goals, creating an environment that fosters team commitment and employee engagement. Ensures NPs complete documentation timely and accurately including appropriate diagnoses, closing clinical quality gaps, and accurate coding. Assure that the quality and appropriateness of patient care are monitored and evaluated and that appropriate actions based on findings are taken on a consistent basis. Conducts shadow visits regularly. Leads NP Huddles and meets with the NPs individually during 1:1s. Reports quality of care issues promptly to appropriate individuals. Works closely with Operations leadership, Clinical Director, and Care Services. Function autonomously, and in collaboration with all members of the healthcare team to coordinate and facilitate high quality, cost‑effective care. Support highly complex patients, assisting them in navigating a challenging healthcare system, and providing one‑on‑one patient care they need and deserve. Provide patient education, create dedicated care plans, and provide clinical guidance to an integrated care team all with the best interest of the patient as the guiding principle. Provide coordinated care services between the patient, family, physicians, additional providers, and other care team members. Administering various tests and screenings. Ensuring timely completion of patient records, with access to electronic medical records and portals. Maintaining strict confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations. Other duties as assigned. What You Can Expect This is a full time Nurse Practitioner Lead opportunity (M-F schedule with the ability to be flexible and to adjust based on patient and nephrology partner needs). The NP Lead manages a pod of Nurse Practitioners in a designated region. This role includes a mix of in‑clinic (dialysis centers and nephrology practices) primarily within your designated service area, and telehealth visits. This position will be required to flex across regions to provide coverage as needed to accommodate for scheduling changes. We're seeking candidates who are passionate about providing top‑quality care and are dedicated to expanding access to comprehensive healthcare. If you're enthusiastic about establishing personal connections, providing exceptional patient education, and embracing a holistic approach to care, you are the ideal candidate to embody Greater Good Health's values and make a difference in every patient's life. Experience and Qualifications Current California Nurse Practitioner license. Board Certified NP in good standing. Nurse Practitioner certification from either the ANCC or AANP. 5+ years of clinical experience as an NP in either Primary Care, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Gerontology or Palliative Care. Nephrology and/or Home care experience is a plus. 1-3 years experience in supervisory or leadership role. Working knowledge of chronic care management and various medication options. Current DEA licensure / Prescriptive Authority post‑hire. Active CPR/BLS Certification. Must have knowledge/history working with HCCs. Current California Driver’s License. Perks and Benefits (if eligible) Competitive Compensation Package: We offer a competitive compensation package to recognize your valuable contributions and ensure your financial security. Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, to prioritize your health and well‑being. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) available. Paid Time Off and Parental Leave: Enjoy paid holidays, vacation time, and paid parental leave to maintain a healthy work‑life balance and spend quality time with your loved ones. 401K Program with Company Match: Plan for your future with our 401K program, featuring a company match, to help you save for retirement. Monthly Phone/Internet Reimbursement: Stay connected with our monthly phone and internet reimbursement, ensuring you have the tools you need to excel in your role. Wellness Resources: Access to BetterHelp and monthly wellness reimbursement. Comprehensive Life and AD&D Coverage: Enjoy peace of mind with 100% premiums covered by GGH for Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance for full‑time team members. Additionally, voluntary supplemental life insurance is offered at a discounted rate. Voluntary Insurance plans: We offer voluntary short term disability, critical illness and accident plans for additional financial security during periods of illness or injury that prevent you from working for a set period of time. License Reimbursements: We offer reimbursement for a number of licenses and certifications that we require as a condition of employment; DEA, License, Board Certification, and ALS/BLS. Learning & Development: Yearly professional reimbursement for continued learning and development. Continuing Education Credits: Take advantage of CE credits available through the GGH Institute, approved by the AANP, to expand your knowledge and skills in your field. Collaborative and Supportive Community: Join our collaborative and supportive GGH Nurse Practitioner Community, with dedicated care coordinators and MD advisors, to foster professional growth and success. Malpractice Coverage: Rest easy knowing you're covered with malpractice insurance, ensuring peace of mind as you provide care. Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. GGH is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider applying. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings! #J-18808-Ljbffr Greater Good Health