Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Curana Health•Chattanooga, TN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Curana Health’s 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. Providers perform health assessments, create individualized treatment plans, manage acute and chronic conditions, and support preventative care and long-term wellness. The role offers autonomy and a flexible work environment, with support from physicians, operational teams, and technology. Providers collaborate with residents, families, facility teams, specialists, and other care professionals to coordinate care and improve outcomes. The position requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities. Depending on future travel requirements, Curana Health may require a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record, with 30 days’ notice before the requirement takes effect. Periodic motor vehicle record checks may be conducted after that time.

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.
Ability to travel to and from one or more assigned facilities.

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 residents’ quality of life and support their health and independence.
Conduct regular facility rounds and build relationships with residents, families, and care teams.
Monitor changes in health status 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.