Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE:
We are currently hiring a Nurse Practitioner to join our CloseKnit team to delivery hybrid in-person and virtual care. CloseKnit is a virtual first advanced primary care practice looking for an experience person interested in innovating in the practice of primary care to deliver on the quadruple aim in a value-based arrangement for adult and pediatric patients. While providing both in person and virtual primary care services, the nurse practitioner will be working with the CloseKnit team to optimize the care delivery strategy and best practices in delivering a hybrid model of care to our patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Primary Care Services
  • Maintain a panel of patients who receive high quality, attentive, longitudinal in person and virtual primary care.
  • Provide comprehensive primary care including diagnosis, treatment, documentation and minor procedures for acute, preventive and chronic patient needs.
  • Perform physical exams and medical procedures for patients who have a virtual only primary care clinician.
  • Work with both patients and their families.

• Optimize Care Delivery Strategy and Best Practices
  • Collaborate with CloseKnit to improve patient processes.
  • Work with the team to apply continuous improvement processes to improve quality and patient experience and lower cost in an agile manner.

• Leadership
  • Oversee care team members working with patient panel.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.
QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.
Experience: 5 years Family Nurse Practitioner.
Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-year virtual care delivery experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of computer-based systems, as well as medical records and point-of-care technology.
• A sound understanding of all pertinent federal and state medical care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of disease prevention and disease management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Is a subject matter expert on primary care and keeps knowledge current by attending trainings and meetings.
• Knowledge of and respect for documentation requirements and HIPAA regulations.
• Develops innovative approaches and ideas to better the delivery of primary care.
• Can convey expertise over in person and virtual modalities of care delivery.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities to provide excellent patient care.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views on how to better meet patient care needs.
• Gives and welcomes feedback.
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Serves as a mentor for less experienced team members.
• Works collaboratively to meet patient needs.
• Highest degree of professionalism and ethics.
• Handles issues with tact and diplomacy.
• Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Willing to continuously improve patient care.
• Monitors and suggests process improvement to increase quality performance.

Licenses/Certifications:

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure And/or Compact State Licensure Upon Hire Required
• Licensure in the State of Maryland and willing to obtain additional licenses.
• Board-certified by either ANCC or AANP.
• Prescriptive authorization including DEA in Maryland.

Salary Range: $89,136 - $177,034

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilites of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

CloseKnit

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship.

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