Per Diem Home Health Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Carencro, LA

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Job Details

Location Carencro, LA
Discipline NP
Date Posted July 20, 2026

Job Description

Make an impact within your community by delivering high-quality care in a flexible per diem role as a Nurse Practitioner specializing in home health risk assessments. In this position, you will serve Medicare Advantage members across St. Landry County, including areas such as Opelousas, Eunice, and Port Barre. Each home health risk assessment typically takes about 45 minutes and may involve annual health evaluations or post-discharge visits. Based on scheduling needs, you could be assigned to various locations within the county for your shifts.

Schedule:

  • Flexible shifts available Monday through Sunday
  • Build your own schedule to fit your availability
  • Minimum weekly or bi-weekly hourly commitment

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive annual home health risk assessments for Medicare Advantage plan members
  • Evaluate patients prior and current medical histories, medical conditions, and medication usage
  • Deliver patient education regarding chronic and acute conditions, as well as prescribed medications
  • Identify care gaps and recommend actionable solutions
  • Focus exclusively on assessmentsno treatment planning or medication prescribing required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Louisiana
  • Board Certification through AANP or ANCC required
  • Completion of an MSN degree from an accredited nursing school
  • Current CPR (BLS) certification
  • Minimum of six months recent NP experience is preferred

Perks:

  • Compensation of $80-$90 per completed evaluation, plus mileage stipend and additional administrative time
  • Truly flexible scheduling, allowing for a tailored work-life balance
  • Opportunity to provide essential care while expanding your home health expertise

If youre passionate about contributing to patient well-being in a dynamic home health environment, take the next step in your career today. Submit your application now to shape your ideal schedule and make a difference in St. Landry County.

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