Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

**$5,000 Sign on Bonus**

Job Description:

This role supports the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in conducting assessments for Veterans leaving military service or applying for disability benefits from the VA.

The Advanced Practice Provider will perform face-to face, in-clinic assessments/evaluations with Veterans to complete the required Disability Benefits Questionnaire (DBQ) for submission to VA for eligibility determination. DBQs include questions that require a direct clinical exam of the Veteran (e.g., testing range of motion of joints, documentation of crepitus, etc.).

This role requires excellent and expeditious assessment skills. Ideal candidates should have a proven track record of high reliability when working in an independent atmosphere with little oversight.

Position Overview:

Prepare for and deliver exceptional Veteran care during all interactions

Complete and submit all required documentation expeditiously and accurately, including DBQs in the required format

Provide delivery and operational excellence by performing exceptional customer service, working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, embracing change with agility and adaptability, and maintaining accountabilities for all assigned commitments

Apply clinical skills to include data gathering and analysis, communications with an emphasis on relationship development and growth, demonstration and application of knowledge and expertise in specialized areas

Education/Experience:

Master's (Required)

Family or Adult Certification (Required)

Active Nurse Practitioner License in state of employment

• Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner Certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Medical will reimburse the tuition cost of certification upon successful completion.

Nurse Practitioner: 1 year in primary care/internal medicine/occupational medicine (Preferred)

Experience with providing care for the Veteran population and/or working with the VA and/or federal health organizations is preferred

Technological Skills:

Experienced in one or more major Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams)

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of family practice or internal medicine skills (e.g., musculoskeletal assessment is 70% of exams, general neuro exam)

Ability to initiate and follow through on work independently

Proven ability to be prompt, reliable with a strong, professional work ethic

Proven problem-solving skills with ability to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems

Proven ability to establish and foster significant relationships

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and work collaboratively in a team environment

Ability to meet assigned deadlines and adapt to changing priorities

Benefits:

401(k) with employer matching

Work schedule:

Monday through Friday 8am to 6:30pm

8 hour or 10 hour shift

No weekends

No holidays

Contact - (973) 446-9450.