Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (SNF/LTC)

Curana Health • Houma, LA

5d

About The Position

Curana Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver proactive, relationship-based care to older adults in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. Providers perform comprehensive assessments, create individualized treatment plans, manage acute and chronic conditions, and provide preventive and ongoing care management. The role offers autonomy and a flexible work environment, supported by physicians, operational teams, and technology. Providers build relationships with residents, families, and care teams; coordinate care across the continuum; and contribute to clinical quality and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Valid nurse practitioner or physician assistant license in the state of operations.
• Current board certification in the relevant field.
• Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Punctuality, organizational skills, and ability to function within a team.
• The role requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for residents in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, with a focus on preventative care and long-term wellness.
• Provide ongoing care management to improve quality of life and help residents remain healthier and more independent.
• Conduct regular facility rounds and build relationships with residents, families, and care teams.
• Monitor changes in health status and proactively intervene to prevent complications and unnecessary hospitalizations.
• Educate residents and caregivers on disease management, preventative care, and wellness strategies.
• Coordinate comprehensive care plans with physicians, clinical staff, facility leadership, specialists, and family members.
• Serve as a clinical resource within the facility and contribute to interdisciplinary care discussions.
• Support initiatives to improve patient outcomes, enhance quality measures, and reduce avoidable hospital readmissions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, clinical, and organizational standards.

Benefits

• Continuing education opportunities and CME support.
• Leadership development and career advancement pathways.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage.
• UpToDate Clinical Decision Support subscription.
• Productivity- and quality-based incentive opportunities.
• Performance bonuses tied to clinical excellence and patient outcomes.
• Uncapped earning potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time