Geriatric Nurse Practitioner — Skilled Nursing Care Leader

Vitae Health Systems; Delaware; On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental insurance

3 weeks PTO + 6 holidays

Malpractice coverage including tail

401(k) with company match

CEU opportunities and paid licensure

Job summary

Vitae Health seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide patient-centered care for residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will assess, diagnose, and manage conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes and quality of life.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, order diagnostics, and manage treatments, contributing to value-based care and reduced hospitalizations. Strong geriatric knowledge and documentation are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Active and unrestricted APN license in the relevant state.
• Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority (or eligibility).
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP, AGNP).
• 2 years of clinical experience preferred in geriatrics or long-term care.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic and care-planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostics, prescribe treatments and review medications.
• Deliver timely clinical interventions and monitor patient status.
• Support value-based care by improving outcomes and reducing hospitalizations.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team in care plans.
• Facilitate smooth transitions of care and educate residents and families.
• Maintain compliant documentation and adhere to regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Communication skills

Care planning

Chronic disease management

Geriatric care principles

Documentation & accuracy

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Vitae Health seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide patient-centered care for residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will assess, diagnose, and manage conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes and quality of life.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, order diagnostics, and manage treatments, contributing to value-based care and reduced hospitalizations. Strong geriatric knowledge and documentation are essential.