Risk Adjustment Nurse Practitioner, VBC

Responsibilities

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization.
SUMMARY
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.
Primary duties include:
Completion of Chronic Disease Management Visits (CDMVs), whether standalone or integrated within another VBC clinical pathway
ESKD rounding, including limited and comprehensive visits, under the guidance of practice nephrologists
ESKD holistic patient care management including but not limited to patient activation, depression, high risk of hospitalization, transition of care and co-morbid medical issue oversight
ESKD patient education
ESKD comprehensive disease management annual visits
Care collaboration with nephrologists, dialysis center IDT, Kidneylink IDT, hospital discharge care coordination team, PCPs and sub-specialists as clinically indicated
CKD clinical care and kidney disease education
Other duties and tasks as assigned
Functions performed during above duties:
Perform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses
Order and assess diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests
Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment if necessary
Prescribe medications
Document medical information of patients and maintain electronic medical records
Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and encourage and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors
Request consultation or referral with other health care providers, such as physicians and clinics, collaborate with Kidneylink RN Care Manager
Actively promotes GUEST customer service standards; develops effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
Participates in team concepts and promote a team effort; performs duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Regular and reliable attendance is required for the job.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements include: Current license to practice as an Advanced Practitioner in the state performing duties Ideal candidate will have a firm understanding of the protocols, policies and operations of a physician practice. Must have necessary specialty certification 2 years clinical work experience Nephrology experience a strong plus. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Benefit Details All Full-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits: * Medical / Pharmacy * Dental * Vision * Voluntary benefits * 401k with employer match * Virtual Care * Life Insurance * Voluntary Benefits * PTO All Part Time employees are eligible for the following benefits: * 401k with employer match * PTO

Pay Range

USD $98,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.