Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - part time

Curana Health•Forney, TX

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 where they live, including skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. The clinician will conduct facility rounds, build relationships with residents and their families, coordinate care with facility and clinical teams, and help improve health outcomes and reduce avoidable hospitalizations. The role offers clinical autonomy and support from experienced physicians and operational teams, along with technology-enabled workflows. Travel to and from one or more assigned facilities is required.

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 ability to function within a team.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are preferred.
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 will provide 30 days’ notice if this requirement is established.

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for residents.
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions, emphasizing preventative care and long-term wellness.
Provide ongoing care management to support quality of life, 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 outcomes and quality measures and reduce avoidable hospital readmissions.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
Comply with applicable regulatory, clinical, and organizational standards.
Travel to and from one or more assigned facilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with eligibility for part-time employees depending on employment status.
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; the posting also describes generous paid time off.
Leadership development and career advancement pathways.
Flexible scheduling and administrative support.
Productivity- and quality-based incentive opportunities, uncapped earning potential, and performance bonuses tied to clinical excellence and patient outcomes.