Advanced Practice Provider – SNF & ALF (NP/PA)

GeriHeal P.C.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GeriHeal P.C. is seeking a compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to deliver patient-centered care in skilled nursing and assisted living settings. The role involves clinical evaluations, care coordination, and collaborative decision-making with physicians and the healthcare team.

Preferred experience includes geriatrics, post-acute care, or internal medicine, with opportunities to expand clinical expertise. Strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and patient education.

Qualifications

• Active state license for CA as NP or PA.
• National certification appropriate to the profession.
• Experience in post-acute care, SNF/ALF preferred.
• Knowledge of internal medicine, geriatrics, primary care management.
• Familiarity with EMR, CPT coding, ICD-10 coding.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and med reviews.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Review labs/imaging to guide treatment decisions.
• Manage medications and reconcile polypharmacy.
• Prescribe within scope of practice and manage orders.
• Coordinate care with physicians and nursing staff.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses and medications.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Care coordination

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Problem solving

Compassionate care

Patient education

Education

NP or PA degree

National certification

Tools

EMR

CPT coding

ICD-10 coding

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and enthusiastic Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing team. This role focuses on patient care in skilled nursing and assisted living care settings, with opportunities to collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Prior experience in post-acute care, skilled nursing facilities, geriatrics, or internal medicine is preferred. We also welcome candidates who are eager to expand their clinical expertise in these settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, physical examinations, and medical record reviews.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Review laboratory results, diagnostic imaging, and other clinical findings to guide treatment decisions.
• Manage complex medication regimens, including medication reconciliation and polypharmacy.
• Initiate and manage appropriate treatment plans, including medication prescribing within the provider's scope of practice.
• Enter and manage patient admission orders and ongoing treatment orders as appropriate.
• Monitor patients' overall health, clinical progress, and response to treatment.
• Communicate with nursing staff regarding patient concerns, clinical changes, and care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, disease management, and preventive health practices.
• Support appropriate goals-of-care discussions, palliative care, and end-of-life care planning.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Follow applicable clinical guidelines, documentation standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Active California Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license, as applicable to the position.
• National certification appropriate to the provider's profession and specialty.
• Experience in a clinical, hospital, skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of internal medicine, geriatrics, primary care, and acute and chronic disease management.
• Familiarity with medication management, polypharmacy, and care coordination.
• Working knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR), CPT coding, and ICD-10 coding.
• Understanding of applicable healthcare regulations, clinical documentation, and patient care standards.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate bedside manner, patience, empathy, and a commitment to patient-centered care.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• A positive attitude and willingness to continue developing clinical knowledge and expertise.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Experience

• Skilled nursing facility (SNF) or assisted living (ALF) care experience.
• Geriatric medicine and management of medically complex older adults.
• Internal medicine and primary care.
• Psychiatric or behavioral health experience.li>
• Nursing home rounding and interdisciplinary care coordination.

If you are a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant seeking an opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings, we welcome the opportunity to connect.