Part Time / Full Time Primary Nurse Practitioner
Confidential – Facility-Based Long-Term Care Organization · Wapakoneta, OH
Are you a dedicated Nurse Practitioner seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of elderly patients? Join a leading healthcare team in Wapakoneta, OH, providing comprehensive primary care within a facility-based long-term care model. This unique role offers the chance to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive environment, focusing on continuity and improving the well-being of residents.
Our innovative business model places Nurse Practitioners directly within skilled nursing facilities, allowing for a proactive and integrated approach to patient care. You will be serving an elderly, long-term care resident population, managing their health needs in a clinical setting that emphasizes collaboration and compassionate service. This model reduces the administrative burden often associated with traditional practice, enabling you to focus on what you do best: patient care.
We are seeking an autonomous and compassionate clinician with a background in geriatric, adult, or family care. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing complex chronic conditions and acute changes in condition, and thrives as a collaborative team player within an interdisciplinary healthcare setting. Your expertise will be vital in providing comprehensive care to our residents.
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 Ohio law
- Communicate with nursing home staff and collaborate with attending physicians on care plans
Qualifications
- Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Ohio (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
- Continuing education credits, recertification reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, bonus pay
Schedule
- Full Time / Part Time-based schedule serving skilled nursing facilities in Wapakoneta, OH
Location
Wapakoneta, OH 45895
Wapakoneta, Ohio, offers a charming small-town atmosphere with a low cost of living, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals. With a median home value significantly lower than the national average, your income will go further here. The community boasts a friendly environment, local attractions like the Armstrong Air & Space Museum, and easy access to larger cities like Lima for additional amenities, providing a balanced lifestyle.
Why Work Here?
This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the elderly population within a structured, facility-based model that minimizes administrative overhead. You will be part of a supportive interdisciplinary team, benefiting from a flexible schedule and competitive compensation. This is an ideal opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner seeking a fulfilling career in a community that values quality of life.
For More Info Contact:
Blake Moser
blake@medicalrecruiting.com
346-515-5160
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