Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Part Time Weekend rounding

Curana Health•Holyoke, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Curana Health is hiring a part-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide proactive, relationship-based primary care to older adults in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. Providers perform facility rounds, build relationships with residents and their families, and coordinate care with physicians, facility teams, specialists, and other care partners. The role offers autonomy, flexible scheduling, and support from clinical and operational teams, with technology and data-driven tools to support care delivery. The position focuses on comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment plans, acute and chronic condition management, preventive care, and ongoing care management. Providers monitor changes in residents’ health, educate residents and caregivers, maintain accurate EMR documentation, and support quality and compliance initiatives. The role requires travel to and from assigned facilities. Curana Health describes opportunities for continuing education, CME support, leadership development, and career advancement. Compensation includes a competitive package, productivity- and quality-based incentives, uncapped earning potential, and performance bonuses. Full-time employees are eligible for the comprehensive benefits package; part-time employees may be eligible for select benefits based on employment status.

Requirements

Valid nurse practitioner or physician assistant license in the state of operations and 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 the ability to function within a team.

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
A valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record may be required in the future depending on travel needs; the company states it will provide 30 days’ notice if this requirement is imposed.

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, emphasizing preventive care and long-term wellness.
Provide ongoing care management to improve residents’ quality of life and help them remain healthier and more independent.
Conduct regular facility rounds and build relationships with residents, families, and care teams.
Monitor changes in health status and intervene proactively to prevent complications and unnecessary hospitalizations.
Educate residents and caregivers about disease management, preventive care, and wellness strategies.
Coordinate comprehensive care plans with physicians, clinical staff, facility leadership, specialists, and family members.
Serve as a clinical resource within facilities and contribute to interdisciplinary care discussions.
Support initiatives to improve patient outcomes and 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.
Travel to and from one or more assigned facilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (eligibility depends on employment status).
401(k) with company match (eligibility depends on employment status).
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability (eligibility depends on employment status).
Comprehensive malpractice coverage.
UpToDate Clinical Decision Support subscription.
CME support and continuing education opportunities.
Paid time off (eligibility depends on employment status).
Productivity- and quality-based incentive opportunities.
Performance bonuses tied to clinical excellence and patient outcomes.
Leadership development and career advancement pathways.