Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant)
Location: Hartford County, CT
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Duration: 1 year Contract with potential for permanent hire
Hours: 40 hours per week
Setting: Senior Living / Long-Term Care Facilities
Travel Required: Yes, between 2 facilities during the workday
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for high-risk individuals residing in senior living and long-term care settings. This role is part of an interdisciplinary care team focused on delivering longitudinal, coordinated care that improves health outcomes and enhances quality of life.
This position offers a predictable weekday schedule with no on-call responsibilities, weekends, or holidays, supporting a strong work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and evaluations.
- Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Address behavioral health concerns as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including ICD-10 diagnosis coding.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
- Participate in advanced care planning and goals-of-care discussions with patients and families.
- Provide patient and caregiver education regarding disease management, treatment plans, and preventive care.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans to address complex healthcare needs.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Required Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner
- Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice or ability to obtain prior to start date.
- Graduate of an accredited Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.
- Current national board certification as one of the following:
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP)
- Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (GNP)
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
Physician Assistant
- Active and unrestricted Physician Assistant license in the state of practice or ability to obtain prior to start date.
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Current NCCPA certification.
Additional Requirements
- Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
- Ability to obtain a collaborative practice agreement, if required by state regulations.
- Reliable transportation for travel between patient care locations.
- Ability to perform physical aspects of the role, including:
- Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
- Navigating stairs and varying facility environments.
- Sitting, standing, bending, and kneeling to conduct patient assessments.
- Compliance with applicable vaccination, health screening, and credentialing requirements.
- Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screenings.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 1 year of clinical practice experience; long-term care, skilled nursing, or senior living experience preferred.
- Experience caring for patients with complex medical, behavioral, social, and functional needs.
- Knowledge of geriatric medicine and chronic disease management.
- Experience conducting advanced illness, palliative care, and end-of-life discussions.
- Strong computer proficiency and experience documenting in electronic medical record (EMR/EHR) systems.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and patient education skills.
Assignment Details
Coverage Area: Hartford County, CT
Facilities
- Complete Care at Kimberly Hall North
Complete Care at Kimberly Hall South
Parkway Pavilion Health and Rehab
St. Antoine Residence
Travel Requirements
- Travel occurs during the workday between assigned facilities.
- Coverage includes approximately two locations.
Work Environment
- Senior Living / Long-Term Care Setting
- Medical attire required
Interview Process
- Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams.
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