Nurse Practitioner

Ultra Health•Union City, TN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ultra Health Providers (UHP) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide high-presence, quality care to vulnerable populations in skilled nursing and senior living communities. This role involves delivering onsite medical services to improve resident outcomes, reduce hospitalizations, and ensure timely, compassionate care. The NP will have clinical autonomy, engage in meaningful collaboration, and focus on patient-centered decision-making. UHP's integrated care model aims to improve reaction times, strengthen continuity of care, and reduce avoidable hospital readmissions. The Nurse Practitioner will serve as a consistent clinical presence, managing complex medical conditions and building trusted relationships within assigned facilities, supported by an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the applicable state(s) of practice.
Current national Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC, AANP, or equivalent).
Clinical training and experience in adult, family, and/or geriatric medicine.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Monday - Friday schedule.

Nice To Haves

Experience in internal medicine, geriatrics, cardiology, or post-acute care.
Active DEA registration or ability to obtain.
Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Prior experience in SNF, LTC, ICU, or Emergency Department settings is a plus.
Ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary care teams to optimize resident outcomes.

Responsibilities

Provide primary, urgent, and preventive medical care to residents in skilled nursing and, as applicable, assisted living settings.
Independently evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
Conduct initial admissions and follow-up assessments, including physical exams, medication review, and clinically appropriate screenings.
Monitor changes in resident condition and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe medications and therapies within scope of practice.
Collaborate with facility Medical Directors, attending physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams.
Communicate clearly and compassionately with residents and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and changes in condition.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record in accordance with regulatory and payer standards.
Participate in quality and care coordination efforts to support excellent patient outcomes.
Adhere to HIPAA, state, and federal regulations while upholding ethical standards of clinical practice.
Manage the medical needs of skilled nursing facility residents.
Establish and build strong working relationships with administrators and staff throughout their designated building(s).
Act as the primary point of contact for emergencies and urgent care visits.
Verify admission orders and conduct initial assessment of residents.
Conduct Physical exams, medication review, and depression screening.
Communicate with and counsel family members on treatment options when there are material changes in status.