Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (AL/IL)
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. The role offers autonomy in clinical practice, with support from physicians, operational leaders, and technology. Providers build meaningful relationships with residents and care teams, improve outcomes, help prevent unnecessary hospitalizations, and support residents’ health, independence, and quality of life. The position includes facility rounds, comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment planning, management of acute and chronic conditions, care coordination, patient and caregiver education, clinical documentation, and compliance with applicable standards. The role requires travel to and from assigned facilities. Curana describes a flexible work environment, continuing education and career development opportunities, paid time off, and a compensation package with productivity- and quality-based incentives.
Requirements
- Valid nurse practitioner or physician assistant license in the state of operations.
- Current board certification in the applicable 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.
- The role requires travel to and from assigned facilities. A valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record may be required in the future, with 30 days’ notice; periodic motor vehicle record checks may then be conducted.
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, emphasizing preventative 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 residents’ health status 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 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 (EMR).
- Comply 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.
- Leadership development and career advancement pathways.
- Productivity- and quality-based incentive opportunities and performance bonuses tied to clinical excellence and patient outcomes.
- Flexible scheduling and administrative support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
