Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA)
Skilled Healthcare of Philadelphia
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- Employment Type
- full_time
About this role
Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) - Long-Term Care
A specialized vascular care group dedicated to serving the long-term care setting is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its growing team. The organization delivers advanced, clinic-level vascular care directly within nursing homes, allowing patients to receive high-quality treatment in a familiar environment.
This role involves providing personalized bedside care, reducing the need for patient transport while ensuring comprehensive vascular services-from routine assessments to advanced procedures.
Position Overview:
The NP/PA will perform on-site clinical assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans for residents in long-term care facilities. This position reports to a Lead Nurse Practitioner and operates within a mobile practice model.
Schedule:
Full-time (40 hours per week)
Conduct on-site clinical assessments and complete comprehensive evaluation documentation
Perform detailed histories and physicals for acute, chronic, and complex patients
Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests based on patient needs
Deliver care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations
Monitor and evaluate treatment effectiveness
Build and maintain professional relationships within assigned facilities
Educate patients, families, and facility staff on services and care plans
Support development of provider and facility partnerships as assigned
Complete all required reports accurately and in a timely manner
Bachelor's degree required
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current NP or PA license
BLS (Basic Life Support) - required
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - preferred
Current Infection Control Certification
Board Certified or Board Eligible
Required health documentation: PPD/TB, Hep B, MMR, Varicella
COVID-19 and influenza vaccination preferred
Minimum 1 year of NP/PA experience preferred
Reliable personal transportation required
Experience in nursing home or long-term care settings
Background in outpatient vascular care
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Competitive compensation based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Mileage reimbursement
401(k) plan