
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (7 on 7 off Schedule) in Temple, TX
Job Description
At Curana Health, we’re on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we’re looking for passionate people to help us do it.
As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions (including on-site primary care services, Accountable Care Organizations, and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans) proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities.
Founded in 2021, we’ve grown quickly—now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for.
If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you’re in the right place—and we look forward to working with you.
For more information about our company, visit CuranaHealth.com.
Summary
Curana Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide primary care rounding services within an inpatient psychiatric facility. In this role, you will focus on the medical needs of patients admitted for behavioral health treatment, ensuring their chronic and acute medical conditions are appropriately managed during their psychiatric stay.
This position bridges behavioral health and medical care, supporting whole person treatment while collaborating closely with psychiatrists, nursing staff, and facility leadership.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Medical Rounding and Evaluation
Perform comprehensive history and physical exams upon admission and conduct ongoing medical rounding
Evaluate and manage acute medical concerns that arise during inpatient psychiatric stays
Provide chronic disease management including hypertension, diabetes, COPD, and heart failure
Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic studies as clinically indicated
Collaborate with psychiatry regarding medication interactions, medical clearance, and overall patient stability
Care Coordination
Partner with psychiatrists and behavioral health teams to ensure integrated care planning
Communicate medical updates clearly to interdisciplinary team members
Facilitate transfers to higher levels of medical care when necessary
Support discharge planning from a medical standpoint, including medication reconciliation and follow up recommendations
Documentation and Compliance
Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the EMR
Ensure medical documentation meets regulatory and facility requirements
Participate in quality improvement initiatives as applicable
What We Offer
We know that caring for seniors takes more than just medical expertise—it takes support, tools, and opportunities to grow. That’s why Curana offers:
Unlimited earning potential with competitive compensation models.
Autonomy of practice backed by strong clinical and administrative support.
Cutting-edge care model that empowers you to transform senior healthcare.
Data-driven tools & AI solutions to better understand and manage patient needs.
Streamlined communication with smart texting and modern tech platforms.
Professional development including CME support
Quality incentives with bonuses tied to patient outcomes and care excellence.
Work-life balance supported by generous paid time off.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
Comprehensive malpractice coverage
UpToDate subscription for clinical decision support
Full-time employees are eligible for Curana Health’s full benefits package. Part-time employees may be eligible for limited benefits as applicable.
Qualifications
Valid nurse practitioner or physician assistant license in state of operations & current board certification in your field
Masters Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills preferred.
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
Must possess traits of punctuality, organizational skills, and ability to function within a team.
This role requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities. Depending on the amount of travel required, Curana may in future determine that a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required. If so, you will be provided with thirty (30) days notice of this requirement. From that time forward, please be advised that Periodic motor vehicle (MVR) checks may be conducted as a condition of, and/or for, continued employment.
We’re thrilled to announce that Curana Health has been named the 147th fastest growing, privately owned company in the nation on Inc. magazine’s prestigious Inc. 5000 list. Curana also ranked 16th in the “Healthcare & Medical” industry category and 21st in Texas.
This recognition underscores Curana Health’s impact in transforming senior housing by supporting operator stability and ensuring seniors receive the high-quality care they deserve.
Job Details
Medical Speciality
PsychiatryPrimary Care
Employment Type
Full-time
Required License
NP (Nursing Practitioner)
Work Setting
InpatientSkilled nursing facility
About Curana Health
Curana Health is a national leader in value-based care, improving the health, happiness, and dignity of senior living residents. They provide senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities with solutions to enhance health outcomes, operational efficiency, and financial opportunities. With a integrated approach, they support over 200,000 seniors across 33 states, leveraging state-of-the-art technologies and partnerships to align clinical excellence with financial performance.