Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - part time

Curana Health•Woodbridge, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Curana Health is seeking a part-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide proactive, relationship-based care to older adults in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living communities. The role offers the opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships, improve health outcomes, reduce unnecessary hospitalizations, and support residents’ independence. Providers practice with autonomy and receive support from physicians, operational leaders, and technology-enabled care tools. The position involves delivering primary care, conducting facility rounds, coordinating care with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams, and contributing to clinical quality initiatives. The role requires travel to and from assigned facilities. 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.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for residents.
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions, emphasizing preventive 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, preventive 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.