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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Curana Health

Join Curana Health

At Curana Health, we're on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we're looking for passionate people to help us do it.

As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities.

Founded in 2021, we've grown quickly—now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for.

Ranked #147 on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies, we're just getting started. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you're in the right place—and we look forward to working with you.

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team, delivering high-quality primary care in skilled nursing and senior living facilities. In this role, you will provide direct patient care, focusing on promoting wellness, managing chronic conditions, and coordinating care with other healthcare providers. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to improve the health and quality of life for seniors within SNF, assisted and independent living communities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Patient Care and Assessment: Perform comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing care management for residents, focusing on preventive care and chronic disease management.
  • Routine Rounds and Monitoring: Conduct regular rounds to assess residents' conditions, adjust treatment plans, and address any emergent health concerns.
  • Care Coordination: Collaborate with facility staff, family members, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive, coordinated care tailored to the residents' needs.
  • Patient Education: Educate residents, families, and facility staff on disease prevention, wellness, and managing chronic illnesses to support better health outcomes.
  • Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) system, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organizational protocols.
  • Quality Assurance: Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery, reduce hospital readmissions, and optimize patient satisfaction within the facility.
What We Offer

We know that caring for seniors takes more than just medical expertise—it takes support, tools, and opportunities to grow. That's why Curana offers:

  • Unlimited earning potential with competitive compensation models.
  • Autonomy of practice backed by strong clinical and administrative support.
  • Cutting-edge care model that empowers you to transform senior healthcare.
  • Data-driven tools & AI solutions to better understand and manage patient needs.
  • Streamlined communication with smart texting and modern tech platforms.
  • Professional development including CME support
  • Quality incentives with bonuses tied to patient outcomes and care excellence.
  • Work-life balance supported by generous paid time off.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Comprehensive malpractice coverage
  • UpToDate subscription for clinical decision support

Full-time employees are eligible for Curana Health's full benefits package. Part-time employees may be eligible for limited benefits as applicable.

Qualifications
  • Valid nurse practitioner or physician assistant license in state of operations & current board certification in your field
  • Masters Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills preferred.
  • Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Must possess traits of punctuality, organizational skills, and ability to function within a team.

This role requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities. Depending on the amount of travel required, Curana may in future determine that a valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required. If so, you will be provided with thirty (30) days notice of this requirement. From that time forward, please be advised that Periodic motor vehicle (MVR) checks may be conducted as a condition of, and/or for, continued employment.

Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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