About this opportunity
The Judge Group lists this Nurse Practitioner - House Calls opportunity in durham, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Nurse Practitioner - HouseCalls
Overview
The Client is seeking qualified Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to conduct in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage members. This role focuses on preventive care, identifying gaps in care, and supporting improved health outcomes through comprehensive, patient-centered assessments.
This is a field-based, pay-per-assessment position with flexible scheduling across a 7-day work week.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Duties Perform in-home health assessments (45-90 minutes per visit), including: Medical history review
Review of systems
Physical examination
Medication reconciliation
Depression screening
Conduct clinical procedures as appropriate: Vital signs collection
Monofilament testing
Urine dipstick testing
Foot exams
Identify and document current and historical diagnoses
Recognize care gaps and communicate findings to Primary Care Providers (PCPs)
Initiate appropriate referrals and recommend follow-up care
Identify urgent/emergent conditions and escalate as needed
Provide patient education on disease management and medication adherence
Documentation & Compliance Requirements Complete and sync charts within 48 hours of visit
Complete within required timelines: Collaborative physician reviews: within 3 days
Documentation discrepancies: within 7 days
Addendums: within 7 days
Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and PHI standards
Assessments may be returned for correction if incomplete or inaccurate
Work Schedule Hours: Monday-Sunday, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Weekend coverage is permitted and encouraged
Candidates must maintain 6 weeks of availability in scheduling system at all times
Compensation Paid per completed assessment
No mileage reimbursement
Please include an additional 5% in GM calculator
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure & Certification Active, unrestricted NP license (no disciplinary restrictions)
National Board Certification: Accepted: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Not Accepted: Mental Health
Pediatric
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) required (ACLS not accepted)
Autonomous Practice (State-Specific Requirement)
NPs must hold autonomous practice licensure in the following states: CT, FL, IL, MN, NE, NY, SD, VA, VT
Accepted NP Specialties Adult Gerontology Primary Care
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Adult Gerontology Acute Care (ANCC, AANP, or AACN approved)
Acute Care-Only Certification Restrictions
Candidates with only Acute Care certification are eligible only in the following states: AK, AZ, CO, DE, DC, HI, ID, IA, KS, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, MO, MT, NV, NH, NJ, NM, ND, OK, OR, RI, UT, VT, WA, WV, WY
Experience Requirements Minimum 6 months of experience as a Nurse Practitioner
New graduates will not be considered
Preferred experience: Home health or home visits
Geriatrics, cardiology, internal medicine, or endocrinology
Pre-Employment & Onboarding Requirements
Candidates must complete the following prior to training: Background check, drug screening, and TB test
Application and credentialing documentation submission
Completion of all pre-requisite training by the Monday before start date
Training date cannot be changed once selected
Completion of mock assessments and learning modules within 7 days of orientation
Required documentation: Resume
Attestation form
Active license verification
Board certification verification
BLS/CPR certification
NPI number
Confirmed home address (for equipment shipment)
All candidates must be approved prior to offer.
Operational Expectations Candidates must: Call and confirm visits with members the day prior (unpaid)
Be prepared for diverse home environments: Urban, rural, apartments, group homes, and more
Handle environmental factors such as pets, smoking, and other conditions
Driving is required: Must have reliable transportation
Ability to navigate varying road and weather conditions
Manage parking challenges
Safety Protocols Dedicated safety monitoring for high-risk areas
Optional use of safety tools (e.g., mobile safety apps)
Geo-fencing and restricted area guidelines
Escalation protocols for unsafe locations
Skills & Competencies Strong communication skills (especially with geriatric populations)
High attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently
Proficiency with EMR systems and technology
Physical ability to: Lift up to 30 lbs
Navigate stairs and varied home environments
Perform physical assessments
Interview Process Interviews are conducted exclusively by Judge Group
Client does not conduct interviews
Candidate must complete attestation form prior to consideration
Additional Notes No Show is defined as a patient canceling after NP is en route or on-site
Candidates should review Vendor Need to Know materials prior
Benefits are only for providers who see 40 patients per week.
Worksite address
durham, NC, 27703, US
Who can apply
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