Nurse Practitioner, Street Medicine

Job Overview

The Nurse Practitioner Street Medicine provides comprehensive care as part of Alta Med’s Street Medicine program, ensuring high-quality and professional care. The NP conducts patient visits for new and established patients experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, coordinating their care plans with other members of the street medicine team as well as community service providers. The NP visits vary in settings, including street encampments, homeless shelters, and supportive housing sites.

The NP will also make independent decisions regarding patients' healthcare needs. The Medical Director will be available for consultation, collaboration, and referrals as needed. This is a unique role for passionate nurse practitioners interested in working with unhoused populations.

• Conduct patient visits for new and established patients experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.
• Coordinate care plans with street medicine team members and community service providers.
• Provide care across various settings including street encampments, homeless shelters, and supportive housing sites.
• Make independent decisions regarding patients' healthcare needs.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director for consultation, collaboration, and referrals.

• Graduation from an accredited Baccalaureate school of nursing.
• Completed training in the diagnosis and management of common as well as some complex medical conditions.
• Current licensure in the State of California.
• Certification as an Adult/Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner.
• Previous experience with computer-based systems.
• Electronic Medical Records experience preferred.
• Previous experience in unhoused, high-risk populations preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
• A valid BLS certification or higher following AHA or Red Cross guidelines.

$ - $ annually.

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Alta Med Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Alta Med Health Service Corp.

is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

We strictly prohibit discrimination in employment based on race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, ordinance, or regulation.

We are committed to promoting equality and inclusivity beyond our recruitment and hiring processes. We aim to create a respectful, valued, and inclusive workplace through training, advancement opportunities, and access to resources and support. We focus on fostering a diverse workforce because it enriches our organization and improves our ability to effectively serve our clients and community. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to create a positive impact.