Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

About the Company

Nest is a value-based care provider built for families, on a mission to make comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social care radically accessible to America’s highest risk families. Founded in 2022, Nest utilizes a family-based, in-home, and virtual care model including primary adult and pediatric care, mental health, and nutrition support.

Responsibilities

• Manage a panel of families as the primary care provider to improve whole-family health through longitudinal primary and preventive care
• Practice with the support of an interdisciplinary team including MDs, LCSWs, RNs, and psychiatrists
• Utilize electronic health records and care management tools to document interactions and track tasks
• Attend daily team huddles and weekly case conferences to advise on physical health needs
• Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases, prescribe medications, and educate patients
• Order, administer, obtain, and record diagnostic tests
• Provide advocacy, navigation support, and education to families regarding health and social care services
• Participate in outreach efforts to explain program details to potential families

Requirements

• Completion of Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner accredited program
• Active, unrestricted license to practice in Louisiana
• At least 2 years of experience providing clinical services to pediatric (including newborns) and adult patients
• Experience with chronic medical and behavioral health conditions
• Proficiency in clinical nursing skills such as blood drawing (venipuncture & phlebotomy)
• Current CPR certification (BLS)
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and travel to family homes
• Availability for a full-time, five-day work week including a rotating call schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading an interdisciplinary care team
• Experience working in a startup environment