Nurse Practitioner

Summary

Join 9amHealth, a pioneering cardiometabolic care company, as a Telehealth Nurse Practitioner (NP). You will provide high-quality remote medical care to patients with diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and dyslipidemia. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized care plans, monitor patient progress, and empower individuals to manage their health. Conduct synchronous and asynchronous consultations, perform medical assessments, develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and educate patients. Utilize telehealth technology and an EHR system to document encounters and communicate with the care team. Stay updated on the latest developments in cardiometabolic medicine and telehealth practices. This role requires a Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, an active NP license in the US, and licensure in California and Texas. Experience in managing diabetes and/or obesity is essential.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
• Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the US
• Licensed in California and Texas
• Geographically located in the US
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in managing diabetes and/or obesity
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of professionalism, ethics, and patient safety in a virtual care setting

Responsibilities

• Conduct a combination of synchronous and asynchronous consultations with patients diagnosed with cardiometabolic conditions, including but not limited to diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and obesity
• Perform comprehensive medical assessments, review patient medical histories, and order appropriate diagnostic tests as needed
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, incorporating evidence-based guidelines and best practices
• Prescribe medications, lifestyle modifications, and other therapeutic interventions to optimize patient health outcomes within the scope of nurse practitioner practice
• Educate patients about their conditions, treatment options, medication adherence, and preventive measures to minimize disease progression and complications
• Monitor patient progress through regular follow-up appointments, remote monitoring devices, and virtual check-ins
• Collaborate with our team of dietitians, health coaches, pharmacists, physicians, and patient care advocates to coordinate whole-body care and support patient wellness goals
• Utilize telehealth technology and a custom electronic health records (EHR) system efficiently to document patient encounters, update medical records, and communicate with the care team
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in cardiometabolic medicine, telehealth practices, and digital health technologies through internal education activities
• Adhere to regulatory requirements, privacy laws, and company policies to ensure compliance with telemedicine standards and safeguard patient confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience practicing telemedicine or providing remote patient care
• Familiarity with current treatment guidelines and therapeutic modalities for cardiometabolic conditions
• Multiple state licenses
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to explain complex medical concepts in a clear and accessible manner
• Empathetic approach to patient care with a patient-centered focus
• Proficiency in learning new telehealth platforms, video conferencing software, and electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and adapt to evolving workflows and technologies in digital healthcare

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental plans
• A generous allotment of vacation days (for full-time employees)
• Our working model allows for flexibility for certain positions