firsthand · 1 day ago
Part Time Nurse Practitioner
Fairfax, Virginia
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$75/hr - $75/hr
1+ years expFirsthand is a company supporting individuals living with serious mental illness through a holistic approach. They are seeking a Local Health Guide, a Nurse Practitioner responsible for providing primary and urgent care to vulnerable populations, conducting assessments, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Health CareMental HealthPersonal HealthWellness
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work at least three days per week of in-office or home care
Assessing both behavioral and physical health conditions with a thorough history and in-person physical examination
Capturing conditions not yet diagnosed, ordering additional studies where indicated to confirm or rule out the diagnosis
Provide primary and urgent-care treatment to minimize preventable ER visits for conditions such as COPD exacerbations, uncontrolled diabetes, CHF exacerbations, Cold and Flu Symptoms, UTI, pain, anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation
As part of an interdisciplinary care team, collaborate regularly with certified peer recovery specialists (firsthand Guides) on individualized recovery plans
Making individualized recommendations and/or referrals for programs/care provided by firsthand and/or outside providers, based on the assessed need
Supporting individuals in developing and exercising self management skills and person-centered care around their individual goals and preferences via motivational interviewing and holistic care planning
Organizing clinical information in a manner that supports appropriate clinical documentation and successful disability applications (if appropriate)
Qualification
Required
Licensed Nurse Practitioner
1+ years clinical care as a Nurse Practitioner, ideally in a home or community primary care setting, or emergency department
Able to prescribe medications for behavioral health conditions including antipsychotics
Working with and managing a population with challenges such as behavioral health and/or SUD conditions
Care management and coordination
Proficiency and ease with use of technology for documentation or coordination of care (e.g. electronic health or care management software, direct messaging)
Passion for in-person care
High comfort level for home and community-based visits
An interest in or experience working on interdisciplinary teams
Natural ability to adapt to various assignments and dynamic goals
Empathy, compassion, and approachability
Excellent listening, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain professional boundaries in non-traditional work conditions and use engagement skills with a population with challenges in trusting health care providers
Employment with firsthand is contingent upon attesting to medical clearance requirements, which include, but may not be limited to: evidence of vaccination for/immunity to COVID-19, Hepatitis B, Influenza, MMR, Chickenpox, Tetanus and Diphtheria
Benefits
Physical and mental health
Dental
Vision
401(k) with a match
16 weeks parental leave for either parent
15 days/year vacation in your first year (this increases to 20 days/year in your second year and beyond)
Supportive and inclusive culture
Company
firsthand
Firsthand is a mental health platform that supports underserved people with serious mental illnesses.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$42.89M2023-02-03Series Unknown· $28.08M
2021-12-06Series Unknown· $14.81M
Leadership Team
Samir Malik
Co-Founder and CEO
Andrew Hayek
Co-Founder & Board Director
Recent News
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