Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Curana Health, Inc.•England, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Curana Health Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants provide proactive, relationship-based primary care to older adults where they live, including in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. They build meaningful patient relationships, improve health outcomes, help reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, and support residents’ health, independence, and quality of life. The role offers greater autonomy and flexible scheduling, with support from experienced physicians, operational leaders, and technology-enabled care tools. Providers conduct facility rounds, assess and treat acute and chronic conditions, develop individualized care plans, educate residents and caregivers, and coordinate care with physicians, clinical staff, facility leaders, specialists, and families. They contribute to quality improvement, maintain accurate electronic medical records, and follow applicable regulatory, clinical, and organizational standards. 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 company’s 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.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are preferred.
Travel to and from assigned facilities is required. A valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record may be required later, 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 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 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).
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, clinical, and organizational standards.
Travel to and from one or more assigned facilities.