PRN Primary Nurse Practitioner

Confidential – Facility-Based Long-Term Care Organization · Elizabethtown, KY

This is a compelling opportunity for a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide essential primary care services within a facility-based long-term care model in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. This unique role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of elderly residents, working autonomously while benefiting from a supportive interdisciplinary team environment.

Our business model focuses on delivering comprehensive Nurse Practitioner care directly within skilled nursing facilities. You will be serving an elderly patient population, residents of long-term care facilities, managing their health needs in a dynamic clinical setting that prioritizes patient well-being and continuity of care.

The ideal candidate is an autonomous clinician with a strong background in geriatric, adult, or family medicine. You should be comfortable managing complex chronic conditions and thrive as a collaborative team player, working closely with facility staff and attending physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide primary care to long-term care residents in skilled nursing facilities

- Assess and manage acute changes in condition; initiate appropriate diagnostic workup and treatment

- Conduct advanced care planning and manage chronic disease conditions

- Prescribe medications including controlled substances in accordance with Kentucky law

- Communicate with nursing home staff and collaborate with attending physicians on care plans

Qualifications

- Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Kentucky (required)

- National board certification (AANP or ANCC)

- Active DEA licensure

- Clinical background in adult, family, or geriatric specialties

- Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred

- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR)

Benefits

- Competitive per diem pay rate

- Malpractice insurance coverage

- Recertification reimbursement

- Flexible scheduling

Schedule

- Per Diem / PRN-based schedule serving skilled nursing facilities in Elizabethtown, Kentucky

- Flexible per diem scheduling based on facility needs and provider availability

Location

Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Elizabethtown, often called E-town, is a growing city in central Kentucky, offering a welcoming community and a balanced lifestyle. Located approximately 45 miles south of Louisville, residents enjoy easy access to big-city amenities while benefiting from a lower cost of living compared to the national average. It's a charming area with a blend of historic appeal and modern conveniences, making it an attractive place for healthcare professionals seeking a supportive environment.

Why Work Here?

This role offers significant autonomy and the profound satisfaction of making a meaningful impact on the elderly population within a structured facility-based model. You'll bypass the administrative burdens often found in traditional practices, allowing you to focus purely on patient care. Join a supportive interdisciplinary team and enjoy the flexibility of a per diem schedule, all while receiving competitive compensation for your expertise.

For More Info Contact:

Blake Moser

blake@medicalrecruiting.com

346-515-5160

Keywords: Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care, PRN, Per Diem, Elizabethtown, Kentucky, KY, Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing Facility, Geriatric, Adult-Gerontology