Nurse Practitioner Role Flexible 2-Day Schedule in Paducah, KY

About the job Nurse Practitioner Role Flexible 2-Day Schedule in Paducah, KY


Job Title:

Nurse Practitioner General Medicine (SNF/ALF Setting)

Location:

Paducah, KY and surrounding area (within 3540 minutes)

Schedule:

Minimum 2 days per week Flexible Days

Job Overview:

A growing geriatric healthcare team is seeking a Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) to deliver internal medicine services in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) . This role offers a stable, rewarding clinical leadership opportunity focused on long-term and post-acute care. As the facilitys on-site provider, you will play a vital role in improving patient outcomes and minimizing avoidable hospitalizations .

This position is ideal for a provider who values flexibility, autonomy, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, diagnoses, and develop treatment plans
• Conduct monthly stability checks and address acute conditions
• Prescribe medications and treatments per state guidelines
• Collaborate with nursing staff, attending physicians, and specialists
• Engage in family communication and care planning discussions
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation with appropriate CPT coding
• Lead or participate in patient care conferences and advanced care planning
• Promote continuity of care across facility teams

Qualifications:

• Active APRN license in Kentucky (Required)
• Current DEA license (Required)
• At least 1 year of experience in SNF, ALF, or LTC settings (Preferred)
• Strong assessment and clinical documentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to operate independently while remaining team-oriented

Compensation & Work Structure:

• Pay-Per-Encounter model
• Minimum 2 days per week (Your choice of days)
• Additional shifts available based on your availability
• All patients seen at a single location within the Paducah area

Who Thrives in This Role:

• A compassionate, self-directed NP passionate about geriatric care
• Comfortable working independently in a structured facility environment
• Skilled in managing both chronic and acute medical conditions in aging adults
• Committed to clinical excellence , patient dignity, and quality care delivery