Nurse Practitioner (Disability Examination)

Quick Facts

• Role: Nurse Practitioner (Disability Examination)

• Schedule: 1 Saturday per month (clinics typically 9:00 am–5:00 pm)

• Focus: Disability examinations evaluating functional ability and range of motion

• Responsibilities: Conduct physical evaluations using a structured template and document findings for government eligibility review

• Notes: No doctor–patient relationship; no diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice

Description

Conduct disability examinations for the State of Louisiana as part of scheduled clinic days (typically 9:00 am–5:00 pm) held one Saturday per month. Use a structured template to perform basic physical evaluations focused on function and range of motion, and document findings professionally for eligibility review. This role does not include diagnosis, treatment, medical advice, or determining benefit eligibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct basic physical evaluations using a structured, easy-to-follow template

• Perform assessments focused on function and range of motion

• Document findings clearly and professionally

• Provide evaluations solely to assist the State of Louisiana with eligibility determination

Requirements

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner

• Ability to conduct structured physical evaluations focused on function and range of motion

• Professional chart documentation skills

• Willingness to perform assessments without establishing a doctor–patient relationship

Benefits

• Pay: $60 per patient seen (about $100–$120 per hour)

• Expected volume: ~14–16 physicals per clinic day (1 day/month)

• Payment timing: Immediate payment upon completion of the charts