Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Post Acute Care (Mesa, AZ)

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring : Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) – Post-Acute Care

Locations :  Mesa, Gilbert, and Chandler, Arizona

Schedule :  Part-Time (2–3 Days / Week, flexible weekdays with occasional weekend rotation) | Full-Time Potential

Practice Setting :  Skilled Nursing Facilities, Assisted Living, and Independent Living

Employment Type :  1099 Independent Contractor

Job Summary :

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team in a skilled nursing facility. In this role, you’ll work closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care to patients in a post-acute setting. If you have strong clinical skills, a patient-centered approach, and a passion for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities :

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients in a skilled nursing facility.
• Diagnose and manage common acute and chronic medical conditions in post-acute and long-term care patients.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including lab work, imaging, and EKGs.
• Prescribe medications, monitor treatment plans, and adjust therapy as needed.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive care strategies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, and nursing staff, to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Perform minor procedures as needed within the scope of practice.
• Document all patient interactions, assessments, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Refer patients to appropriate specialists and coordinate follow-up care as necessary.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies, and best practices in post-acute care.

Requirements :

This role is ideal for a dedicated and compassionate NP or PA seeking to provide high-quality care in a skilled nursing setting while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time contractor role.