Nurse Practitioner (Weekends, Skilled Nursing)

Vitae Health Systems; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage (tail)

401(k) with company match

Referral bonus up to $3,000

Leadership support

Competitive pay

Job summary

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

The ideal candidate holds an NP degree, an APN license, and DEA registration, with 2+ years in geriatrics or post-acute settings.

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, ideally in geriatrics or long-term care.
• 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 independently and with an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive health assessments and develop care plans for SNF residents.
• Manage diagnostics, treatments, and medication reviews to reduce hospitalizations.
• Provide timely clinical interventions for changes in patient status.
• Support value-based care by focusing on outcomes and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with physicians and team members for coordinated care.
• Facilitate smooth transitions of care across settings.
• Educate residents and families on diagnoses and preventive care.
• Maintain compliant documentation per standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnosis & treatment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

APN license

DEA registration

FNP/AGNP board certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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 closely with facility 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 an often-underserved population.

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

Position Summary

Vitae Health is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality, patient-centered medical care to residents in a skilled nursing facility. 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
• Deliver timely clinical interventions in response to changes in patient status, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care that improves outcomes and supports functional well-being
• Support value-based care initiatives by focusing on quality outcomes, reducing avoidable hospital readmissions, 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

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Active and unrestricted Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license in respective 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, 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

Benefits

• Excellent earning potential
• 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
• 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.