Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (APRN) to provide high-quality primary and transitional care services to patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs), and Independent Living Facilities (ILFs).Schedules available:8-hour shift (Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm)This position covers Athens (30606, 30677), Hartwell (30643), Elberton (30635), & surrounding areasThis role focuses on delivering patient-centered care to a medically complex and often geriatric population, with an emphasis on improving outcomes, reducing hospitalizations, and enhancing quality of life.As a member of the Transitional Care Physicians team, you will collaborate closely with facility staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, coordinated care.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform comprehensive patient assessments, including history and physical exams, in patient homes, SNF, ALF, and ILF settingsDiagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditionsDevelop and implement individualized care plansPrescribe medications in accordance with Georgia regulations and clinical guidelinesCoordinate care with facility staff, specialists, and familiesReview and follow up on labs, imaging, and diagnostic results in a timely mannerRespond to clinical communications and urgent patient needs promptlyAddress nursing staff concerns within established response timeframesDocument all patient encounters accurately within 48 hoursParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and facility roundsMeet productivity and visit expectationsParticipate in rotating on-call schedule, including holidaysQualificationsActive and unrestricted Georgia APRN licenseBoard Eligible or Board Certified Nurse PractitionerExperience in SNF, ALF, ILF, geriatrics, hospice, or palliative care preferredValid driver’s license and reliable transportation (travel between facilities required)Eligible for malpractice insurance coverageStrong clinical judgment and ability to work independentlyExcellent communication and collaboration skillsWork EnvironmentDaily travel between Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Independent Living facilities and patient homes.Regular on-site presence (typically 4–6 hours per day per facility)Collaborative, team-based care modelUse of EMR and mobile communication toolsQualificationsActive and unrestricted Georgia APRN licenseBoard Eligible or Board Certified Nurse PractitionerExperience in SNF, ALF, ILF, geriatrics, hospice, or palliative care preferredValid driver’s license and reliable transportation (travel between facilities required)Eligible for malpractice insurance coverageStrong clinical judgment and ability to work independentlyExcellent communication and collaboration skillsWork EnvironmentDaily travel between Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Independent Living facilitiesRegular on-site presence (typically 4–6 hours per day per facility)Collaborative, team-based care modelUse of EMR and mobile communication toolsPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, and perform patient assessments throughout the dayFrequent use of hands for clinical and documentation tasksAbility to lift up to 25 pounds occasionallyVisual acuity for clinical evaluations and documentationWhy Join Us?Work with a high-risk, high-impact patient populationCollaborative and supportive clinical teamAutonomy in your daily practiceOpportunity to make a meaningful difference in post-acute and long-term careIf you're a Nurse Practitioner passionate about caring for patients in post-acute and long-term care settings, we encourage you to apply today!#IND123 #J-18808-Ljbffr