Nurse Practitioner-Weekends-Richmond, VA

LGSLegacyCare; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend scheduling

Competitive compensation

Credentialing support

Discounted malpractice insurance

Job summary

Legacy Care is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide patient-centered care in post-acute settings in Richmond, Virginia. This weekend opportunity allows you to contribute to patients’ health while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will assess health needs, develop care plans, and work with facility staff to ensure continuity of care throughout the patient journey. EMR documentation is essential for accurate follow-up.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral NP degree from an accredited program.
• Active, unrestricted Virginia NP license.
• Current DEA registration.
• National board certification in the relevant population focus.
• Experience in post-acute care, long-term care or geriatrics preferred.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and strong clinical documentation.
• Strong clinical judgement, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with a collaborative team.
• A compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in post-acute settings.
• Assess health needs, develop care plans and monitor progress.
• Order and interpret tests, prescribe treatments, refer as appropriate.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians and other clinicians.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families about plans.
• Document assessments and follow-up plans in EMR promptly.
• Support care coordination and transitions between settings.

Skills

Post-acute care experience

Geriatrics

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EMR documentation

Autonomous practice

Strong communication

Education

Master’s or Doctoral NP degree

Virginia NP license

DEA registration

Board certification (population focus)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Legacy Care’s independent medical group is committed to delivering exceptional patient care in post-acute care settings across Virginia. Our mission is to personalize healthcare experiences to meet each patient’s distinct needs throughout the continuum of care. Our clinicians thrive in an environment that promotes autonomy, collaboration and flexible scheduling.

Richmond, VA | Weekend schedule | Flexible scheduling

About the Role

Legacy Care is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to provide patient-centred care in post-acute care settings in Richmond, Virginia. This weekend opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to patients’ health and wellbeing while working alongside a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

You will assess and manage patients’ healthcare needs, collaborate with facility staff and other clinicians, and support continuity of care throughout the patient journey.

Schedule

This role provides weekend coverage, with scheduling coordinated around facility needs and mutual agreement. Specific visit schedules and coverage expectations will be discussed during the hiring process.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered medical care in post-acute care settings.

• Assess patients’ health needs, develop care plans and monitor clinical progress.

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe treatments and medications, and make referrals as appropriate to your scope of practice.

• Collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, advanced practice providers and other members of the multidisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes.

• Communicate clearly with patients, families and care teams about health concerns and treatment plans.

• Use electronic medical record (EMR) systems to document assessments, care provided and follow-up plans accurately and promptly.

• Support care coordination and transitions between healthcare settings as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program.

• Active, unrestricted Virginia Nurse Practitioner license.

• Current DEA registration, as required for the role.

• National board certification in the relevant population focus.

• Experience in post-acute care, long-term care, geriatrics or a related clinical setting is preferred.

• Proficiency with EMR systems and strong clinical documentation skills.

• Strong clinical judgement, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

• A compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

What We Offer

• Weekend scheduling with flexibility coordinated around facility coverage needs.

• Competitive compensation.

• Clinical autonomy within a collaborative and supportive team.

• Professional and administrative support, including assistance with credentialing and billing where applicable.

• Access to discounted medical malpractice insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Legacy Care is committed to an inclusive workplace and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other protected status.