Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (AL/IL)

Curana Health • Owatonna, MN

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Curana Health is hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide proactive, relationship-based primary care to older adults in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities in Alabama and Illinois. Providers conduct facility rounds, build relationships with residents and their families, and work with care teams to improve health outcomes, support residents’ independence, and reduce avoidable hospitalizations. The role offers clinical autonomy and support from physicians and operational teams, as well as technology and data-driven tools for care delivery.

The position includes assessing residents, developing individualized treatment plans, managing acute and chronic conditions, and providing ongoing care management and education. Providers coordinate care with facility staff, specialists, families, and other clinicians; maintain timely EMR documentation; and comply with clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards. The role requires travel to and from assigned facilities. Curana may later require a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record, with 30 days’ notice.

The stated annual pay range is USD $115,000–$125,000. Compensation may depend on factors including education, work experience, and certifications. Full-time employees are eligible for the comprehensive benefits package; part-time employees may qualify for select benefits based on employment status.

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 the ability to function within a team.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct 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 preventative care and long-term wellness.
• Provide ongoing care management to improve residents’ quality of life and support their health and independence.
• Conduct regular facility rounds and build relationships with residents, families, and care teams.
• Monitor changes in residents’ health and intervene proactively to prevent complications and unnecessary hospitalizations.
• Educate residents and caregivers about 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 facilities and participate in 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.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage.
• UpToDate clinical decision support subscription.
• CME support and continuing education opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Leadership development and career advancement pathways.
• Flexible scheduling and administrative support.
• Productivity- and quality-based incentive opportunities, including performance bonuses tied to clinical excellence and patient outcomes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level