Post-Acute Nurse Practitioner

Multi-Specialty Circuit Care | Long-Term Care Settings

FORMAL TRAINING PROVIDED

POSITION SUMMARY

The Post-Acute Nurse Practitioner (NP) serves as a front-line clinician within a multi-specialty circuit care model delivering on-site services to residents of long-term care (LTC) and skilled nursing facilities (SNFs). This role is uniquely structured to provide comprehensive specialty-adjacent screening and assessment across four disciplines: Optometry, Audiology, Dental, and Podiatry. Not all states have all services at this time.The NP operates as an embedded clinician within a circuit-based care delivery structure and functions under the collaboration and supervision of a licensed Podiatrist, consistent with applicable state practice requirements.

This position requires a clinician who is adaptable, self-directed, and skilled at delivering high-quality patient care across specialty domains in a facility-based environment. The NP does not independently practice as a specialist in any of the four disciplines but performs assessments, screenings, care coordination, and clinical documentation that enable appropriate specialist review and follow-through.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Circuit-Based Patient Assessment

Conduct scheduled on-site visits to assigned LTC and SNF facilities in accordance with circuit rotation schedule

Perform initial and follow-up patient assessments across four specialty domains: Optometry, Audiology, Dental, and Podiatry

Identify and document clinical findings that require specialist escalation, intervention, or follow-up orders

Coordinate with facility nursing staff and care teams prior to and following each patient encounter

Manage patient caseloads efficiently within each facility visit window while maintaining documentation accuracy and clinical integrity

Optometry Assessments

Administer standardized vision screening protocols including visual acuity, peripheral vision, and contrast sensitivity assessments

Identify signs of common ocular conditions such as cataracts, macular degeneration, glaucoma risk indicators, and diabetic retinopathy

Document findings and facilitate referrals to supervising or affiliated optometrists for diagnostic confirmation and treatment

Review existing ocular history and coordinate with facility care teams regarding fall risk, low vision accommodations, and corrective lens status

Audiology Assessments

Conduct audiometric screenings and otoscopic examinations to assess hearing acuity and ear canal health

Identify indicators of conductive or sensorineural hearing loss, cerumen impaction, and external ear pathology

Document audiological findings and facilitate referrals for comprehensive audiological evaluation where warranted

Collaborate with facility staff regarding hearing aid management, communication accommodations, and audiological follow-up compliance

Identify signs of periodontal disease, oral lesions, dental decay, ill-fitting prosthetics, and oral infection

Document oral health findings and coordinate dental referrals for treatment and follow-up

Support facility teams in oral hygiene care planning and patient-specific dental risk documentation

• Perform oral health screenings including examination of dentition, gingival tissue, oral mucosa, and prosthetics (dentures/partials)

Podiatry Assessments

Perform lower extremity assessments including evaluation of skin integrity, nail pathology, vascular status, and neuropathic indicators

Conduct diabetic foot screenings in accordance with evidence-based protocols and wound staging documentation

Identify and document conditions including onychomycosis, calluses, ulcerations, Charcot foot risk, and peripheral vascular disease indicators

Operate under direct collaboration with the supervising licensed Podiatrist, escalating clinical findings and co-managing complex cases as directed

Support the supervising Podiatrist with patient documentation, care plan notes, and follow-up scheduling for podiatric interventions

Clinical Documentation and Compliance

Complete accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and facility-specific requirements

Maintain HIPAA-compliant records and adhere to facility-specific electronic health record (EHR) protocols

Participate in quality assurance, audit, and reporting processes as required by the clinical operations leadership

Ensure all collaborative practice requirements and supervision protocols are documented and maintained in accordance with state NP practice laws

SUPERVISION AND COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE

This position operates under the clinical oversight and collaborative practice agreement of a licensed Podiatrist. The Podiatrist serves as the primary supervising provider for purposes of state NP practice compliance and assumes collaborative responsibility for clinical decisions within the scope of podiatric care. The NP is expected to:

documentation as required by the state(s) of practice

Engage in regular case review and clinical consultation with the supervising Podiatrist

Escalate clinical findings that exceed independent NP scope or require specialist-level intervention

Adhere to all practice protocols, clinical standards, and operational policies established by the supervising Podiatrist and organizational leadership

Maintain an active and current Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) or equivalent supervisory when applicable

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner licensure in the applicable state(s) of practice

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program

Current national NP certification (ANCC or AANP)

Minimum of 2 years of clinical NP experience; experience in geriatrics, LTC, or SNF settings strongly preferred

Current BLS/CPR certification

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for circuit-based travel

Proficiency with electronic health record platforms and clinical documentation tools

Preferred

Experience in one or more of the specialty domains: podiatric care, oral health, audiology, or ophthalmology/optometry

Familiarity with MDS, UB-04 billing, and LTC regulatory frameworks (OBRA, CMS Conditions of Participation)

Experience working under a collaborative practice agreement with a physician or podiatrist

Bilingual or multilingual clinical communication skills

CORE COMPETENCIES

Clinical adaptability across multi-specialty assessment domains

Strong autonomous judgment balanced with appropriate escalation and consultation

Organized, efficient time management within high-volume circuit-based visit structures

Clear, professional communication with patients, facility staff, and supervising providers

Commitment to geriatric patient dignity, cultural sensitivity, and person-centered care

Accountability for documentation accuracy and regulatory compliance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role requires the ability to travel between facilities, stand and move throughout patient care environments for extended periods, and perform hands-on clinical assessments. The NP must be able to transport clinical equipment as needed and work within the physical constraints of skilled nursing and long-term care environments.

This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.