Visiting Nurse Practitioner (FNP) - ACT Medical Group
San Diego, CA
About the Job
Are you certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and looking for a flexible work option? ACT Medical Group, Inc. is looking to hire a visiting Nurse Practitioner. ACT Medical Group is a California-licensed healthcare company that provides quality medical care to our home-bound patients.
Overview:
We are seeking FNP's to visit patients homes, apartments, or nursing facilities, in order to both establish new patients, as well as provide follow-up care. This is a per diem position. Our team will schedule you with Medicare patients (referred from home health agencies) per your availability, in your local area. Nurse Practitioners will be able to access patient charts, input patient notes and diagnosis codes into our EHR system (Office Ally), as well as order labs and/or prescriptions for patients, and narcotics (provided practitioner obtains DEA license), via the online pharmacy. This will be a collaborative agreement between the practitioner and our supervising Physician. Nurse Practitioners will act as PCP's for ACT Medical Group.
We proudly offer home health services to Medicare patients in the following locations:
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY COUNTY
Burbank, Glendale, San Fernando, Northridge, Arleta, Canoga Park, Chatsworth, Encino, Granada Hills, Lake View Terrace, Mission Hills, North Hollywood, North Hills, Pacoima, Panorama City, Porter Ranch, Reseda, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Sun Valley, Sunland, Sylmar, Tarzana, Toluca Lake, Tujunga, Van Nuys, Valley Village, West Hills, Winnetka, and Woodland Hills and other surrounding areas.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Agoura Hills, Alhambra, Arcadia, Artesia, Avalon, Azusa, , Baldwin Park, Bell Gardens, Bellflower, Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Carson, Cerritos, City of Industry, Claremont, Compton, Covina, Culver City, Diamond Bar, Downey, Duarte, El Monte, El Segundo, Gardena, Glendora, Inglewood, Irwindale, La Habra, La Mirada, La Puente, Lakewood, Lomita, Long Beach, Malibu, Monrovia, Montebello, Monterey Park, Palos Verdes, Pasadena, Pico Rivera, Pomona, Redondo Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Gabriel, Santa Monica, Signal Hill, South Gate, Torrance, Walnut, West Covina, West Hollywood, Whittier and other surrounding areas.
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY
Chino Hills, Colton, Fontana, Hesperia, Highland, Loma Linda, Montclair, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Rialto, Upland, Victorville, Yucca Valley and other surrounding areas.
RIVERSIDE AREA
Banning, Beaumont, Blythe, Corona, Eastvale, Hemet, Jurupa, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, San Jacinto, Temecula and other surrounding areas.
ORANGE COUNTY AREA
Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clement, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Stanton, Tustin, West Minster, Yorba Linda and and other surrounding areas.
Additionally, we cater to other regions based on specific needs and requests.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Master's Degree.
- Board certification and license (RN, FNP).
- Active DEA license or ability to obtain.
- NPI number and furnishing license.
- An outstanding observation and analytical skill to diagnose and treat the patient effectively.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Fully bilingual in both English and Spanish is a plus.
- Compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner.
- Eager to provide top-notch care to patients at home.
- Professional seeking flexible work schedule.
- Available day(s) Monday - Saturday.
Job Summary:
- Provide clinical care and consultation.
- Prescribe necessary treatment within the scope of practice and assess the patient's clinical problems and healthcare needs.
- Prescribe medications in compliance with established medical protocols and in compliance with government agencies and guidelines.
- Educate patients on preventive care and health safety issues.
- Evaluate and treat patients in the skilled nursing facility setting or post-discharge at the patient's residential facility or private residence.
- Perform annual wellness exams for senior Medicare patients at a residential facility or clinic setting.
- Cover for other primary care physicians when necessary.
- Evaluate and treat patients independently.
- Obtain the patient's medical history and documentation in EMR.
- Create a progress note for each encounter with each patient you evaluated. A progress note will include Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan sections, and must be completed after each examination.
- Promote a friendly, warm, and exceptional customer experience.
- Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; keeping patient information confidential by abiding by all HIPAA rules and regulations.
- Prescribe pharmaceuticals, medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
- Any additional duties as assigned by the Medical Director, MDs, and Director of Operations.
At ACT Medical Group, our mission is to deliver the comfort and simplicity of a doctor's office directly to patient's doorsteps. Our goal is to offer top-tier medical care to patients confined to their homes. Imagine receiving a doctor's office level of care without stepping outside your door—that's the convenience we want Nurse Practitioners like YOU to bring to patients.
Local Care Match: We specialize in connecting dedicated NPs like YOU with patients right in your community who need your expertise and care at home.
Flexibility at its best: Say goodbye to rigid schedules! We believe in supporting our NPs with work-life harmony. Choose when and where you work - we match you with patients based on your availability and location preferences.
Local Opportunities: Reduce travel time and serve patients in your own community. We strive to create the perfect match, making it convenient for you to make a significant impact close to home.
Rewarding Work: There's nothing more fulfilling than providing personalized care to patients in the comfort of their homes. Join us in making a difference, one visit at a time.
Supportive Team: At LocalCare Match, you're more than just an NP; you're part of a community. Enjoy the backing of a team that values your skills and dedication to patient care.
How to Apply:
Ready to take control of your career with a fulfilling and flexible opportunity?
- Submit your resume and credentials below.
- We will contact you to setup a phone interview and send our company application.
Let's discuss how we can work together to provide exceptional care to our community, on your terms.
Where flexibility meets compassionate care. Join us today and be the change you want to see in healthcare!
Role as a Nurse Practitioner:
Nurse Practitioners (NPs) will step into the role of 'provider,' assessing patients referred by home health agencies to determine if they qualify as "homebound". Once patients are certified, they go back to the home health agency, which takes care of the actual home health care.
When visiting patients at home, NPs will conduct assessments including visual evaluations, necessary tests/labs, and physical exams. They’ll also review current medications to better understand the patient's conditions, like disability, confusion, or mental illness. All diagnoses will be documented in Office Ally. This role is similar to working in a clinic, but it's done at the patient's home.
NPs will start home health referrals as primary care providers, identifying patients who need extra care beyond their regular primary care. They’ll become skilled in diagnosis codes (our Chief NP and team will train) to properly qualify patients for home health services, ensuring personalized attention.
NPs don't represent home health agencies directly, but rather are referred patients based on communication with prior physicians and home health agencies, with our NPs checking their eligibility. Our company bills Medicare directly, so each provider needs a unique PTAN (we will assist in signing you up as a Medicare provider). After assessment, NPs refer patients back to the home health agency.
NPs can also refer patients to hospice when needed or transition them from home health if necessary. NPs educate patients on prescriptions, ensure they’re used correctly, and can order labs and medications, including narcotics if they're DEA licensed.
The goal is for NPs to provide personalized patient care, addressing the need for comprehensive attention rather than brief consultations with primary care providers. We believe that NPs, especially those with backgrounds in home health, patient care, or extensive nursing experience, have the insight and ability to meet patients' needs for enhanced care beyond what they have previously experienced.
About ACT Medical Group:
Our care providers, we call accelerated caregivers™, undergo a thorough selection process, screening, and specialized training to ensure they meet the compassionate care standards set by our organization. We employ our unique Empowering Care™ approach to caregiving, designed to promote client autonomy and self-sufficiency. Our goal is to help our clients remain functional for as long as possible, thereby fostering a sense of independence and contributing to their overall health and well-being.We recognize the challenges families encounter when a loved one requires additional in-home support, and we’re here to assist. Our caregiving professionals lighten this burden by delivering skilled, personalized home care services.Accelerated caregivers are committed to bringing joy, purpose, and uplifting support to seniors on a daily basis. Our mission has been to enrich the lives of seniors today and inspire and develop our caregivers for tomorrow.
Source : ACT Medical Group