Physician / Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Physician / Nurse Practitioner

Job Location: Burlington, VT

Company Name: Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center

Job Type: PART_TIME

Minimum Years of Experience: 3

We are seeking a dedicated Physician or Nurse Practitioner to join our Nursing Services team and support the delivery of high-quality care in a skilled nursing / long-term care setting.

As a key clinical provider, you will assist with resident assessments, care planning, medical oversight, and coordination of services. You will help guide care decisions, support nursing staff, communicate with families, and promote a resident-centered approach focused on safety, quality, dignity, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical evaluation, treatment, and follow-up care for residents.
• Perform rounds to observe residents, assess clinical needs, and ensure care plans are being followed.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Participate in admission decisions and resident status reviews as needed.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, consultants, department heads, and community agencies to coordinate care and resolve clinical concerns.
• Communicate directly with residents, family members, medical staff, nursing staff, and members of the interdisciplinary team regarding care needs, changes in condition, and concerns.
• Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of resident care plans.
• Assist with identifying and responding to resident incidents, unusual occurrences, and changes in condition.
• Participate in QAPI, facility assessments, performance improvement initiatives, and care-related committees as needed.
• Support infection control practices in accordance with current guidelines.
• Assist with survey preparation, mock surveys, plan of correction follow-up, and regulatory compliance efforts as needed.
• Promote safe work practices, teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
• Provide direct clinical care as necessary.
• Support facility leadership in maintaining quality standards and improving overall resident outcomes.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Resident-Centered: Committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
• Collaborative: Comfortable working closely with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams.
• Clinically Strong: Able to assess resident needs and make appropriate care decisions.
• Strong Communicator: Builds trust with residents, families, staff, and leadership.
• Organized and Reliable: Able to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Long-Term Care Minded: Understands the needs of residents in skilled nursing or long-term care settings.

Requirements:

• Active and unrestricted license as a Physician or Nurse Practitioner in the practicing state.
• Experience in a nursing home, skilled nursing facility, hospital, or related healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medical and nursing practices, procedures, and regulations related to long-term care.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Director of Nursing, Administrator, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary team.
• Current CPR certification preferred or as required by facility policy.
• Prior geriatric, skilled nursing, or long-term care experience is a plus.

The Opportunity:

Join a dedicated healthcare team committed to providing compassionate, quality care to residents in a skilled nursing environment. This is a meaningful opportunity for a Physician or Nurse Practitioner who wants to make a real difference, support strong clinical outcomes, and work in a collaborative setting focused on resident safety, dignity, and quality of life.

Apply today to join our team and help us continue providing exceptional care.

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