Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (Primary Care)

Job description

About the role Describe the role and team the candidate will be joining What you'll do Describe the specific responsibilities and job functions of the role Qualifications Describe the experience and attributes of the ideal candidate Location: Crown Point & St. John, IN The Role We are seeking a compassionate and clinically confident Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide high-quality primary care services to geriatric patients in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings throughout Crown Point and St. John, Indiana . In this role, you will work collaboratively with an experienced physician while maintaining a high level of autonomy as you manage a panel of patients across multiple facilities. Responsibilities include: Conduct comprehensive primary care visits for geriatric patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and other post-acute care settings. Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions while promoting preventive care and improving overall patient outcomes. Perform routine follow-up visits, evaluate changes in patient condition, and develop individualized treatment plans. Review and reconcile medications to ensure safe and effective therapy while minimizing polypharmacy risks. Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory tests and diagnostic studies. Coordinate care with facility staff, specialists, therapists, and family members to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care. Accurately document patient encounters and maintain complete, timely medical records. Maintain independent clinical decision-making while collaborating closely with supervising physicians and the interdisciplinary care team. What Makes This Role Unique Collaborative Physician Support Work alongside experienced physicians who value collaboration, mentorship, and high-quality patient care. You'll have the autonomy to practice while benefiting from ongoing clinical support and case discussions. Meaningful Geriatric Medicine Care for medically complex older adults and make a lasting impact by managing: Chronic disease management Polypharmacy Dementia and cognitive disorders Transitional and post-acute care Advanced care planning Preventive medicine and wellness Acute changes in condition This role offers the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients while delivering comprehensive primary care in a rewarding, team-based environment. Ideal Candidate Board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Active Indiana license (or eligible for licensure) 3+ years of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant experience preferred Interest or experience in geriatrics, primary care, or post-acute medicine Comfortable practicing independently in multiple skilled nursing facilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to providing exceptional patient care Schedule & Structure Full-Time Monday-Friday Day Shift Predictable weekday schedule Travel between facilities within the Crown Point & St. John Indiana area Compensation & Benefits Salary: $120,000 annually Productivity bonus up to $20,000 annually Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k) Life insurance Referral program Apple iPad provided Malpractice insurance coverage $2,000 annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance $2,000 annual loyalty bonus