Senior Care NP Lead – Post-Acute Rehab

Ohio State University Physicians; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

CME allowance

Paid Malpractice Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Ohio State University Physicians in Dublin, Ohio is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to serve as the primary clinical lead within our Skilled Nursing and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation unit.

This role focuses on managing complex medical transitions for residents moving from acute hospital care to rehabilitation, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team and ensuring patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio APRN license and national certification (AANP/ANCC).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in hospitalist medicine, geriatrics, or sub-acute rehab.
• Proficient with PointClickCare EMR and autonomous decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical bedside care for residents admitted post-hospital for short-term stay.
• Perform admission assessments within 24–48 hours to ensure seamless transitions.
• Collaborate with physician, therapy, nursing, and social work on discharge planning.
• Order/interpret diagnostic tests, manage medication reconciliation, and perform minor procedures.
• Document all patient encounters accurately in the EMR and support CMS Five-Star quality expectations.

Skills

Autonomous decision-making

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective communication

Tools

PointClickCare EMR

Job description

Overview

Skilled Nursing/ Acute Advanced Practice Provider

Nurse Practitioner / Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

Division: Post-Acute & Sub-Acute Medicine

Location: Dublin, Ohio

Position Type: Full-Time

Employment Structure & Schedule

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexible). Includes shared telephonic on-call rotation to support 24/7 clinical stability for high-acuity residents.

About the Role:

Ohio State University Physicians (OSUP) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to serve as a primary clinical lead within our Skilled Nursing and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation unit. This role is designed for a clinician who excels in a senior living setting, managing complex medical transitions for residents moving from acute hospital care to rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities:

High-Acuity Management: Lead the medical bedside care for residents admitting to facility post-hospital for short term stay, including those with multiple comorbidities and post-surgical needs.Care Transitions: Conduct comprehensive admission assessments within 24–48 hours of arrival to ensure seamless transitions from hospital to skilled nursing facility to mitigate hospital rehospitalization along with ongoing management of care episode, and discharge planning.Interdisciplinary Leadership: Collaborate on patient care with physician, therapy, nursing, and social work to streamline discharge planning.Clinical Oversight: Order and interpret diagnostic tests, manage medication reconciliation, and perform minor bedside procedures (i.e. stitch removal) as needed. Perform comprehensive evaluations (H&P, progress notes, (re)certifications).Quality & Compliance: Partner with the Medical Director to ensure all documentation meets CMS Five-Star Quality Rating requirements and supports regulatory readiness. Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).Family Advocacy: Act as the primary clinical liaison for families, communicating effectively with patients and families to align medical interventions with goals of care.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Licensure: Active Ohio APRN license and national certification (AANP or ANCC).Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in hospitalist medicine, geriatrics, or sub-acute Rehab preferred.Competencies: Proficiency with PointClickCare or similar EMR; strong autonomous decision-making skills; cohesive collaborator and communicator; ability to thrive in a high(er)-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

What We Offer:

Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experienceUniversity Integration: Direct access to OSUP’s network of specialists and continuing medical education (CME) resources.Work-Life Balance: Manageable daily patient census (typically 12–15 encounters) to allow for meaningful resident interaction

Comprehensive Benefits:o Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.

o Employer-matched 403(b) or 401(k) retirement plan.

o Paid Malpractice Insurance

o Generous PTO and dedicated CME allowance.

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