Nurse Practitioner In-Home Assessment

In-Home Assessment Nurse Practitioner (IHA NP)

The In-Home Assessment Nurse Practitioner (IHA NP) is responsible for assessing patient/family psychosocial needs, planning, implementing, procuring services for, and evaluating care needs while meeting with members in their homes. As an IHA NP, your goal is to help improve the quality of life and health literacy by completing an in-home visit (that can last up to one hour) evaluating health status, medical history, current medications, social determinants, and other risks. The IHA NP helps to coordinate, monitor, and ensure information is shared in an appropriate and timely primary, across the continuum of care. The IHA NP will promote the effective utilization of tools and monitor healthcare resources. Both part-time and full-time opportunities are available. This position requires travel. Mileage reimbursement is provided!

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Travel up to 70% throughout designated regions, which may be updated based on business needs.
• Conduct in-home assessments on identified patients, following established guidelines.
• Formulate a list of current and past medical conditions using clinical knowledge, judgment, and current findings.
• Identify urgent and emergent situations for proper intervention.
• Educate members on topics related to health conditions and the continuation of care.
• Identify diagnoses to be used in care management and active medical management.
• Provide care coordination to alleviate identified needs related to behavioral, physical, and social issues.
• Focus on addressing issues that will decrease medical costs and increase the quality of life.
• Develop positive relationships with clients, caregivers, providers, and other team members.
• Managing physical health problems through the provision of education.
• Communicate gaps in care to the member's primary care physician if needed
• Home safety evaluations.
• Identify internal and external referral needs when available.
• Compliance with all HIPPA regulations and maintain the security of protected health information (PHI).

Skills & Qualification:

• One (1) year of experience as an NP is preferred.
• Experience in the care of the elderly in some geographic regions is preferred.
• Experience in home health, physician's office, or public health is preferred.
• Computer skills required: (Microsoft Office Suite Software).
• Adapts to changes in policies, procedures, new techniques, & additional responsibilities.
• Good driving record.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Education, Licenses, & Certifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing is required
• Current Licensed Nurse Practitioner for Arizona
• Current CPR certification
• Annual TB testing

Benefits & Total Rewards:

• Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
• 401k Plan – 3% match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continued Education Support
• Mileage Reimbursement (if applicable)
• Referral Bonuses
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Paid Time Off (15 days)
• Paid Volunteer Hours

Character & Competencies:

• Courage – To have the courage to do the right thing at the right time.
• Ownership – To take ownership of every issue you touch.
• Respect – To respect yourself, co-workers, and for those whom you care.
• Excellence – To be excellent in all that you do.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Problem-Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Frequently required to travel to homes.
• Frequently required to make calls.
• Occasionally required to stand.
• Occasionally required to walk.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to be exposed to warm or cool spaces.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May occasionally lift and/or move more than 30 pounds.
• Must be able to physically perform the essential duties of the position which include lifting 30 lbs., transporting materials, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, use of hands, balancing, walking, standing, talking, hearing, and typing.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

APH is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.