Virtual Nurse Practitioner

**About the Job:** At Understood Care, our mission is to bridge the healthcare gap for Medicare patients who would like some help navigating the complex healthcare system. Understood Care matches Medicare patients with an assistant with healthcare expertise (known as a Patient Advocate). Patient Advocates help patients with anything patients need in order to access care \- booking appointments, finding transportation, ordering medical equipment and much more. **The role:** In this position, you will conduct audio or video patient intake appointments, which is a 20\-30 minute appointment to understand the challenges that the patient is facing. You will determine if a patient is suited to receive patient advocacy under the principles of Principal Illness Navigation and/or Community Health Integration. This role does not require diagnosing or prescribing. You will also collaborate closely with our technology team to develop innovative AI tools that enhance the clinical experience. We are seeking a nurse practitioner who is passionate about improving care access for the Medicare population and is excited to work at an early stage startup. As we serve the Medicare population, you will primarily be working with seniors. **Responsibilities:** * Thrives in a fast\-paced, startup environment * Cares deeply about Medicare aged patients and patient advocacy * Prior experience working with Medicare patients * Very well versed in technology and can learn new technologies quickly * Prior experience delivering care via telehealth is a plus * Positive attitude and bias towards action * Strong communication and interpersonal skills **Qualifications:** * Board certified Nurse Practitioner (AANP or ANCC) in Family Medicine, Adult\-Gerontology, or Internal Medicine * Active NP licensure in multiple states, or licensed in at least one of TX, FL, GA, OH, NC, or NY and open to acquiring additional licensure * PTAN/PECOS account (registration and enrollment with Medicare) **Role:** This is a remote, part\-time role with the ability to evolve into a full\-time role. We require a minimum of 20 hours per week, with a preference for 30 hours, though week\-to\-week availability remains flexible. **Compensation:** Rate: $75/hour **Application Question(s):** * Are you a licensed Nurse Practitioner? * What states are you licensed in currently? * What is your NP certification and specialty? * How many hours a week would you like to dedicate to this position? Work Location: Remote Pay: $75\.00 per hour Application Question(s): * Are you a licensed Nurse Practitioner? * What states are you licensed in currently? * What is your NP certification and specialty? * How many hours a week would you like to dedicate to this position? Work Location: Remote