Locum Nurse Practitioner - Geriatrics | Wilmington, NC

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens opportunity with a PACE program in Wilmington, North Carolina. This position provides direct patient care and care coordination for a geriatric population in an outpatient setting, working as part of an interdisciplinary team focused on helping participants remain safely in their homes and communities.

Position details include 90-day assignment with potential extensions, Monday–Friday schedule from about

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina nursing license is required.
• Active DEA registration is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.
• Experience in Primary Care, Hospice, Long-Term Care, Geriatrics, or related setting preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and ongoing participant evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care.
• Coordinate care with providers, specialists, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Administer treatments and nursing interventions as ordered.
• Provide participant and family education regarding health conditions and treatment plans.
• Monitor participant response to treatment and communicate changes in condition.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in care planning meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with clinic procedures and participant care coordination.

Skills

NC license

DEA license

Experience ≥2y

BLS/CPR

ACLS

Geriatrics care

Job description

TinkBird Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens opportunity with a PACE program in Wilmington, North Carolina. This position provides direct patient care and care coordination for a geriatric population in an outpatient setting, working as part of an interdisciplinary team focused on helping participants remain safely in their homes and communities.

Position Details

• Job Type: Locum Tenens.
• Profession: Nurse Practitioner.
• Setting: PACE Program / Outpatient Clinic.
• Location: Wilmington, North Carolina.
• Start Date: ASAP.
• Length of Assignment: 90 days, possible extensions.

Clinic Schedule

• Monday - Friday.
• Approximately 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM.
• 30-minute lunch break.
• Locum Provider- 4 days per week, 32 hours.
• Approximately 7.5-hour shifts.
• No call required.

Practice Environment

• Outpatient PACE program serving geriatric patients.
• Team-based care model.
• Coordinating care for hospitalization and SNF stays.
• EMR: Collabrios PACE Hero.
• Focus on primary care, geriatrics, chronic disease management, hospice, and long-term care populations.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and ongoing participant evaluations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized plans of care.
• Coordinate care with providers, specialists, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Administer treatments and nursing interventions as ordered.
• Provide participant and family education regarding health conditions and treatment plans.
• Monitor participant response to treatment and communicate changes in condition.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in care planning meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with clinic procedures and participant care coordination.

Requirements

• Active North Carolina license required.
• Active DEA.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.
• Experience in Primary Care, Hospice, Long-Term Care, Geriatrics, or related setting preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• Strong assessment, communication, and care coordination skills.

Travel & Reimbursement

• Mileage reimbursed at the federal rate.
• Candidates should be within approximately 60 miles of Wilmington, NC.
• Hotel accommodations not provided.

Practice Highlights

• Consistent weekday schedule.
• No nights, weekends, or call.
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team.
• Opportunity to serve a vulnerable geriatric population.
• Meaningful work focused on improving quality of life and maintaining independence.