Nurse Practitioner - Rheumatology | Flexible Scheduling | Near Cincinnati, Ohio

Join a respected independent healthcare organization in Southern Ohio as a Nurse Practitioner in Rheumatology. This opportunity offers the chance to support a growing specialty service, work closely with physicians and clinical teams, and provide comprehensive care for patients managing chronic and complex rheumatologic conditions. With established community need, collaborative leadership, and a patient-centered environment, this role offers both stability and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Position Highlights Nurse Practitioner opportunity within an established Rheumatology service Evaluate and manage patients with a variety of autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal conditions Provide ongoing follow-up care for conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, osteoarthritis, and other rheumatologic disorders Develop and manage individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising and consulting physicians Monitor medications, treatment response, laboratory results, and disease progression Provide patient education related to disease management, medications, lifestyle, and long-term care Work closely with physicians,nursing staff, and other specialty teams Strong community demand with opportunity to help expand access to Rheumatology care Supportive leadership and a collaborative, patient-centered practice environment Flexible practice structure designed to support professional growth and work-life balance Practice Environment Acute care facility serving Southern Ohio and the surrounding region Independent, community-focused healthcare organization serving a regional population of more than 65,000 residents More than 400 employees supported by an experienced medical staff representing a broad range of specialties and subspecialties Established specialty services and multidisciplinary resources supporting comprehensive patient care Modern clinical and procedural infrastructure supporting both medical and surgical specialties Patient-centered environment emphasizing quality, teamwork, integrity, compassion, and a patient-first mindset Compensation and Benefits Full-time or part-time contracts and hours open for discussion depending on preference and mutually agreed upon internally Competitive compensation package based on experience and schedule/contract structure Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees CME and paid time off OPERS and Ohio Deferred Compensation retirement options for eligible employees Professional development and educational assistance opportunities Candidate Requirements MSN or DNP from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program Current Nurse Practitioner certification through an appropriate nationally recognized certifying body Active Ohio APRN license or ability to obtain Prescriptive authority and DEA registration or ability to obtain, when applicable Rheumatology, internal medicine, primary care, or related clinical experience preferred Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills Collaborative approach to working with physicians, advanced practice providers, clinical teams, and organizational leadership Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care Why Our Community? Southern Ohio offers a welcoming lifestyle with scenic surroundings, outdoor recreation, and the relaxed pace of a close-knit community, all while keeping you connected to Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus. Enjoy more space and a strong sense of community while staying within reach of major airports, professional sports, exceptional dining, entertainment, and the many attractions of Ohio’s largest metropolitan areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr Candidate Consult