Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care EMG

Elliot Health System; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 65,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Elliot Health System in Manchester and Bedford, New Hampshire, seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or PA-C for a per diem Senior Health role serving geriatric patients in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. The position emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and a predictable schedule with no patient panel responsibilities.

Work focuses on nursing home care with occasional outpatient Senior Health clinic coverage for acute needs, benefiting providers who value meaningful,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current New Hampshire APRN or PA-C licensure (or eligibility).
• DEA certification (or ability to obtain).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience caring for geriatric patients.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently in a nursing home environment while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Preferred: long-term care or geriatrics experience; Epic or similar EMR familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to geriatric patients residing in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care settings.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Perform routine follow-up visits, discharges, and transitional care management.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, social workers, and family members.
• Document care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient-centered care initiatives.
• Provide outpatient Senior Health clinic coverage as needed for acute patient care needs.

Skills

Geriatrics

Clinical assessment

Independent practice

Education

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Job description

Per Diem | Senior Health | Elliot Health System

Manchester & Bedford, New Hampshire

Join a leading geriatric care team serving patients where they live. Elliot Health System's Senior Health Practice is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Associate (PA-C) to join our team on a per diem basis providing care in skilled nursing facilities and long-term care facilities communities throughout Manchester and Bedford, New Hampshire.

This role provides flexibility while allowing providers to practice meaningful, relationship-based geriatric medicine. The position is primarily focused on nursing home care, with occasional opportunities to support our outpatient Senior Health clinic for acute patient needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced provider who enjoys caring for older adults and values autonomy, collaboration, and a predictable schedule.

Position Highlights

• Per diem schedule
• Primary coverage of nursing homes and senior living facilities in Manchester and Bedford
• Occasional coverage of the Senior Health outpatient clinic for acute visits
• No patient panel responsibilities
• No call requirements
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to geriatric patients residing in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care settings
• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Perform routine follow-up visits, discharges, and transitional care management
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, social workers, and family members
• Document care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement and patient-centered care initiatives
• Provide outpatient Senior Health clinic coverage as needed for acute patient care needs

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate program
• Current New Hampshire APRN or PA-C licensure (or eligibility)
• DEA certification (or ability to obtain)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience caring for geriatric patients
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently in a nursing home environment while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team

Preferred

• Long-term care, skilled nursing facility, geriatrics, internal medicine, family medicine, palliative care, or post-acute care experience
• Experience using Epic or similar electronic medical record systems

About Senior Health At Elliot

Senior Health provides comprehensive primary care services to older adults throughout Southern New Hampshire. Our providers care for patients across multiple settings, including outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and long-term care environments. We are committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that enhances quality of life and supports healthy aging.

About Elliot Health System

Elliot Health System is the largest provider of comprehensive healthcare services in Southern New Hampshire. Through Elliot Hospital and a network of primary and specialty care practices, we provide high-quality, integrated care to the communities we serve. Our providers benefit from a collaborative environment, advanced technology, and a shared commitment to clinical excellence.

Elliot Health System is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Work Schedule: 8a-5p