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Inpatient Rehabilitation Advanced Practice Provider
(NP or PA)
West Jefferson Medical Center | Marrero, Louisiana
Join a thriving inpatient rehabilitation program at West Jefferson Medical Center and become part of a collaborative care team dedicated to helping patients regain function, independence, and quality of life.
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our established Inpatient Rehabilitation team. This opportunity offers a unique combination of physician collaboration, clinical autonomy, predictable scheduling, and strong earning potential within a high-volume and stable rehabilitation practice.
Why Join West Jefferson Medical Center?
✅ Established Inpatient Rehabilitation Program
Join a respected, high-volume inpatient rehabilitation service with a strong referral base and consistent patient volume.
✅ Collaborative Physician Partnership
Work alongside an experienced and supportive physician team in a highly collaborative practice environment with established workflows and strong clinical relationships.
✅ Autonomy + Team-Based Care
Enjoy a balanced model of care that combines physician collaboration with opportunities to practice independently and build your own productivity.
✅ Production-Based Compensation Potential
Competitive compensation structure with the ability to increase earnings through individual productivity and wRVU generation.
✅ Balanced Clinical Schedule
Round collaboratively with physicians three days per week.
Conduct independent APP rounding two days per week, enhancing both autonomy and compensation opportunities.
✅ Excellent Work-Life Balance
Monday through Friday schedule.
No routine weekend responsibilities.
Standard hospital holidays off.
Consistent and predictable schedule that supports both professional satisfaction and personal time.
Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) will provide comprehensive care to patients in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. The APP will evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with complex acute, chronic, and rehabilitative needs while working closely with rehabilitation physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Assessment & Management
Assess acute, critical, and chronically ill patients for urgent and emergent conditions.
Evaluate clinical data, identify physiologic instability, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
Perform comprehensive medical evaluations, ongoing assessments, and follow-up care.
Clinical Care & Interventions
Implement therapeutic interventions within approved scope of practice and credentialing guidelines.
Analyze treatment options and associated risks, benefits, and outcomes.
Manage changes in patient condition to optimize recovery and rehabilitation outcomes.
Care Coordination
Develop, implement, modify, and document individualized plans of care.
Facilitate smooth transitions across care settings.
Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
Education & Leadership
Serve as a resource for patients, families, nursing staff, and clinical team members.
Participate in patient and caregiver education initiatives.
Support interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practice.
Quality & Professional Practice
Promote patient safety and quality outcomes.
Participate in ongoing professional development, education, and quality improvement activities.
Serve as a mentor, preceptor, and clinical resource for students and healthcare professionals.
Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner Requirements
Education
Master's Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required
New graduates are encouraged to apply
Licensure & Certification
Current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) License
Current Louisiana Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) License
National Nurse Practitioner Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart…