Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (weekend rounding) - part time

Curana Health•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Curana Health is seeking 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. The role offers the opportunity to build lasting patient relationships, improve outcomes, reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, and support residents’ health and independence. Providers practice with greater autonomy and receive support from physicians, operational leaders, and technology-enabled care tools. The position involves conducting facility rounds, assessing and treating residents, managing acute and chronic conditions, coordinating care with families and interdisciplinary teams, and documenting care in the electronic medical record. The role also supports quality improvement and compliance with applicable clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards. Travel to and from assigned facilities is required. Curana Health describes its care model as focused on senior health, using technology, predictive analytics, and AI-powered solutions. The company offers continuing education and CME support, leadership development, career advancement pathways, flexible scheduling, paid time off, and administrative support. 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.
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.
Ability to travel to and from assigned facilities.

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; Curana 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 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 residents’ health and intervene proactively 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 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.