Weekend NP, Geriatric & Post-Acute Care (Sat–Sun 9–2)

Fortis Care; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Fortis Care is seeking a part-time Weekend Nurse Practitioner to provide on-site clinical coverage at a skilled nursing facility. Coverage is Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, focusing on acute weekend issues to ensure timely treatment and reduce ED visits.

The role is highly independent with physician support as needed, offering a consistent weekend schedule without overnight calls and no weekday duties. Experience in geriatrics and SNF is preferred.

Qualifications

• GA NP license required.
• Board certification in Family NP or Adult-Gerontology NP.
• DEA registration required.
• Minimum 1–2 years NP experience preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing, geriatrics, internal medicine, or emergency medicine is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with EHR systems and charting best practices.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat residents with new or worsening acute medical concerns during weekend coverage hours.
• Respond to clinical issues identified by nursing staff and determine evaluation, treatment, and follow-up plan.
• Manage common acute conditions in the SNF setting, including infections, changes in mental status, respiratory symptoms, falls, pain, dehydration, and other changes in condition.
• Determine when residents can be treated in the facility and when escalation to ED/hospital is appropriate.
• Review relevant laboratory results, imaging, medications, and recent clinical history to guide treatment decisions.
• Communicate clearly with nursing staff, physicians, residents, and families regarding changes in condition and treatment plans.
• Provide follow-up for residents recently discharged from hospital or with significant condition changes when clinically appropriate.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation of all patient encounters.
• Collaborate with the facility and Fortis Care clinical team to ensure handoff and continuity of care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Independent practice

Weekend availability

Communication

Documentation

Education

Georgia NP license

FNP/AGNP board certification

Unrestricted DEA registration

Job description

Fortis Care is seeking a part-time Weekend Nurse Practitioner to provide on-site clinical coverage at a skilled nursing facility. Coverage is Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, focusing on acute weekend issues to ensure timely treatment and reduce ED visits.

The role is highly independent with physician support as needed, offering a consistent weekend schedule without overnight calls and no weekday duties. Experience in geriatrics and SNF is preferred.