Nurse Practitioner (Full-time)

As a Nurse Practitioner at Calibrate, your key responsibilities include conducting face-to-face video patient assessments, evaluating clinical appropriateness for care pathways, managing side effects, and prescribing weight loss therapies based on our clinical protocols. Additionally, you will engage in post-visit messaging to ensure continuity of care and enhance our programs through your insights, all while providing exceptional patient experiences.

To qualify for the Nurse Practitioner position at Calibrate, candidates must have completed a CCNE-accredited NP program and hold an active, unrestricted license in relevant states. You should have at least one year of experience in obesity medicine, though five years is preferred. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, along with a virtual 'bedside' manner are crucial attributes for this role.

Calibrate is committed to the professional development of Nurse Practitioners by fostering a collaborative work environment where your feedback is valued. The organization provides resources for continuous education, such as access to workshops and professional events, ensuring that you stay updated with the latest advancements in obesity medicine and metabolic health.

Nurse Practitioners at Calibrate enjoy a competitive salary, generous paid time off, and comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Calibrate also offers life insurance, remote work flexibility, and therapy resources like free access to Headspace, reinforcing our commitment to the well-being of our team members.

The culture at Calibrate is built on collaboration, optimism, and individual empowerment. As a Nurse Practitioner, you'll be part of a remote-first, diverse team that values each member’s strengths. We're dedicated to creating a safe environment where you can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and contribute to achieving our mission of improving metabolic health.

In your response, focus on your specific experience in obesity or bariatric medicine and how it has shaped your approach to patient care. Highlight any relevant protocols you’ve applied and how they resonate with Calibrate’s mission to provide effective, long-term weight health solutions.

Discuss strategies for fostering communication and building rapport with patients. Emphasize your approach to understanding the barriers they face and suggest personalized adaptations to their program, ensuring they feel supported and empowered in their weight loss journey.

Identify specific clinical skills such as effective virtual communication, assessment techniques tailored to a remote setting, and the ability to manage side effects and medications. Share examples of how you’ve successfully employed these skills in past roles.

Share your insights on building a strong patient-coach relationship, incorporating technology and apps for tracking, and creating a motivating environment. Discuss how you would encourage community among patients through group meetings or forums.

Talk about the resources you use to stay current, such as journals, webinars, or professional networks. Emphasize how continuous learning not only enhances your practice but also benefits your patients.

Provide a concise example that demonstrates your critical thinking and adaptability. Explain how you assessed the situation, involved the patient in discussions, and modified the plan to meet their changing needs.

Discuss the impact of lifestyle changes on weight management and metabolic health. Highlight how you incorporate these interventions into patient care and why you see them as integral to achieving lasting results.

Illustrate your approach to building trust and rapport in a virtual setting. Discuss techniques you use to make patients feel comfortable, engaged, and heard during assessments and follow-ups.

Reflect on your alignment with Calibrate's mission and values. Talk about your passion for improving patient outcomes in obesity medicine and how collaboration with a dedicated team fuels your commitment to this work.

Emphasize your approach to understanding diverse cultural backgrounds and tailoring care plans accordingly. Highlight any relevant training or experiences that enhanced your ability to connect with a variety of patient populations.