Nurse Practitioner - Gulfport, MS
Sage Health·Gulfport, Mississippi
Sage Health·Gulfport, Mississippi
Nurse Practitioners provide longitudinal care as integral members of Care Teams, performing annual health assessments and completing post-discharge visits for an intimate panel of patients. Primary responsibilities include evaluating and treating center patients, coordinating care with other providers, and performing comprehensive in-home assessments.
Our Care Teams include a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Care Coordinator, Medical Assistant, and support from a Nurse Care Manager. Nurse Practitioners are integral members of our Care Teams as they provide longitudinal care and build meaningful patient relationships; this creates trust and helps our patients understand and feel connected to their care plan.
Together this team is responsible for providing and coordinating care for an intimate panel of patients in our neighborhoods. As a key member of Sage Health care team, you will perform annual health assessments, complete post discharge visits and deliver cost-effective, quality care to assigned patients both in our centers and patients' homes.
Candidates must possess a current and unrestricted NP or PA license and have at least two years of experience practicing as an NP or PA, preferably in Primary Care or Adult/Geriatrics. Understanding of HCC documentation, ICD-10 Coding, and HRAs is required, along with a DEA certificate and BLS certification.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Mississippi are often shaped by ongoing demand for experienced clinicians who can support primary care access, chronic disease management, and virtual or home-based visits. These positions are competitive because employers typically want an active NP or PA license, board certification, a current DEA certificate, and direct patient care experience; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying.
