Nurse Practitioner (Skilled-Nursing, WEEKENDS)

Vitaehs; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

CEU opportunities

Malpractice coverage incl. tail

Job summary

Vitae Health is seeking a dedicated weekend Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The NP will assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve outcomes and quality of life.

The position supports value-based care, focuses on reducing hospitalizations, and offers opportunity for professional growth within a clinician-focused leadership environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited NP program.
• Active and unrestricted APN license in Illinois.
• Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority (or eligibility).
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (FNP/AGNP).
• 2+ years of clinical experience in geriatrics, long-term care, or post-acute settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, and develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for residents in a skilled nursing setting.
• Provide ongoing medical management including ordering and interpreting diagnostics, prescribing treatments, conducting medication reviews, and monitoring conditions to reduce hospitalizations.
• Deliver timely clinical interventions in response to changes in patient status and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Support value-based care initiatives by focusing on outcomes, reducing avoidable hospitalizations, and guiding cost-effective care with data.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members; participate in care plan meetings and quality improvement efforts.
• Facilitate smooth transitions of care across settings, ensuring continuity and successful admissions/discharges.
• Educate residents and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and preventative care strategies.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Time management

Documentation skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing (NP program)

Illinois APN license

Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority (or eligibility)

Board certification as NP (FNP/AGNP)

2 years of geriatrics/long-term care/post-acute exp. preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

WORK SCHEDULE:Every weekend - Sat & Sun

FLSA CLASSIFICATION:Part-Time, Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION:The compensation range for this position is $35,000–$55,000, with the opportunity to earn additional income through a variable compensation (commission-based) structure, offering higher earning potential based on performance.

Company Overview:

Founded in 2018, Vitae is a growing multi-specialty provider group dedicated to delivering high-quality care to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care communities.

Our clinicians provide integrated services across internal medicine, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and podiatry working closelywithfacility leadership and a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to address complex medical and behavioral health needs.

Today, Vitae supports more than 300 facilities across the Midwest and East Coast, offering providers the opportunity to practice in a team-based environment while making a meaningful impact on anoften-underservedpopulation.

At Vitae,you’llfind a strong clinical network, experienced leadership, and the opportunity to do work that directly improves patient outcomes.

Position Summary

Vitae Healthis seeking a dedicated weekend Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality, patient-centered medical care to residents in a skilled nursing facility every weekend. The NP will assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, and develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for residents in a skilled nursing setting

• Provide ongoing medical management including ordering and interpreting diagnostics, prescribing treatments, conducting medication reviews, and proactively monitoring conditions to prevent complications and reduce hospitalizations

• Delivertimely clinical interventions in response to changes in patient status, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care that improves outcomes and supports functional well-being

• Supportvalue-based care initiativesby focusing on quality outcomes, reducing avoidable hospitalreadmissions, optimizing cost of care, and utilizing data to guide clinical decision-making and performance improvement

• Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, efficient care, and participate in care plan meetings and quality improvement efforts

• Facilitate smooth transitions of care across settings, ensuring continuity, reducing gaps in treatment, and supporting successful admissions and discharges

• Educate residents and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and preventative care strategies to promote engagement and long-term health

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation while adhering to all clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards

• Master’s degree in Nursingfrom an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

• Active and unrestricted Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license inrespective state

• Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority (or eligibility)

• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP, AGNP)

• 2years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in geriatrics, long-term care, or post-acute settings

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills

• Knowledge of chronic disease management and geriatric care principles

• Ability to deliver high-quality, value-based care focused on outcomes, cost-efficiency, and reduced hospitalizations

• Proficiency in evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff

• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills

• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems

• Consistent, reliable referral flow so you can focus on patient care, not building a caseload
• Full malpractice coverage including tail insurance, no out-of-pocket costs

• Retirement planning support with a 401(k) and company match

• Ongoing professional growth through CEU opportunities and paid licensure renewals

• Supportive, clinician-focused leadership team that prioritizes your success and well-being

• Up to a$3,000 referral bonus,get rewarded for bringing great clinicians to the team

Equal Opportunity Statement

Vitae Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.