Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (SNF/LTC)

Curana Health•Flint, MI

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Curana Health is seeking 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 the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents, improve health outcomes, reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, and support residents’ independence. Providers practice with greater autonomy and receive support from experienced physicians, operational leaders, and technology-enabled care tools. The position involves conducting comprehensive health assessments, creating individualized treatment plans, managing acute and chronic conditions, and providing preventative and ongoing care. The provider collaborates with residents, families, facility teams, physicians, specialists, and facility leadership to coordinate care and contribute to interdisciplinary discussions. They also support clinical quality initiatives, maintain timely and accurate EMR documentation, and comply with applicable regulatory, clinical, and organizational standards. The role requires travel to assigned facilities. Curana may later determine that a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required, with 30 days’ notice before that requirement takes effect. The position offers flexible scheduling, paid time off, CME support, and opportunities for career development. 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 and 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

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 healthy and 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.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, clinical, and organizational standards.
Travel to and from assigned facilities.