Nurse Practitioner
Vitae Health Systems
Nurse Practitioner
Vitae Health Systems
Treats nursing-facility residents across specialties
Vitae Health Systems · Chicago, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-14
Salary: USD 110,000–125,000
Workplace: on_site
Department: Primary Care
Compensation: $110,000 - $125,000
Company Overview:
Founded in 2018, Vitae is a growing multi-specialty provider group dedicated to delivering high-quality care to residents in skilled nursing andlong-term care communities.
Our clinicians provide integrated services across internal medicine, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and podiatry working closely with facility leadership and a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to address complex medical and behavioral health needs.
Today, Vitae supports more than 300 facilities across the Midwest and East Coast, offering providers the opportunity to practice in a team-based environment while making a meaningful impact on an often-underserved population.
At Vitae, you’ll find a strong clinical network, experienced leadership, and the opportunity to do work that directly improves patient outcomes.
Position Summary
Vitae Health is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality, patient-centered medical care to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The NP will assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive health assessments, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, and develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for residents in a skilled nursing setting
Provide ongoing medical management including ordering and interpreting diagnostics, prescribing treatments, conducting medication reviews, and proactively monitoring conditions to prevent complications and reduce hospitalizations
Deliver timely clinical interventions in response to changes in patient status, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care that improves outcomes and supports functional well-being
Support value-based care initiatives by focusing on quality outcomes, reducing avoidable hospital readmissions, optimizing cost of care, and utilizing data to guide clinical decision-making and performance improvement
Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, efficient care, and participate in care plan meetings and quality improvement efforts
Facilitate smooth transitions of care across settings, ensuring continuity, reducing gaps in treatment, and supporting successful admissions and discharges
Educate residents and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and preventative care strategies to promote engagement and long-term health
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation while adhering to all clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards
Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Active and unrestricted Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license in respective state
Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority (or eligibility)
Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP, AGNP)
2 years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in geriatrics, long-term care, or post-acute settings
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills
Knowledge of chronic disease management and geriatric care principles
Ability to deliver high-quality, value-based care focused on outcomes, cost-efficiency, and reduced hospitalizations
Proficiency in evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff
Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems
Excellent earning potential with competitive base salary plus uncapped bonus opportunities or flexible fee-for-service options
Consistent, reliable referral flow so you can focus on patient care, not building a caseload
Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
Generous paid time off: 3 weeks PTO, 6 paid holidays, plus 1 dedicated day for education and professional development
Full malpractice coverage including tail insurance, no out-of-pocket costs
Retirement planning support with a 401(k) and company match
Ongoing professional growth through CEU opportunities and paid licensure renewals
Supportive, clinician-focused leadership team that prioritizes your success and well-being
Up to a $3,000 referral bonus, get rewarded for bringing great clinicians to the team
Equal Opportunity Statement
Vitae Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
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Treats nursing-facility residents across specialties
Vitae Health Systems treats residents of skilled nursing and long-term care facilities through a multispecialty clinical practice. Its providers work in internal medicine, psychiatry, psychotherapy and podiatry, adding regular medical and behavioral health care where patients live. Clinicians join facility care teams and collaborate with attending physicians, nurses, therapists and families to manage complex conditions and support rehabilitation. The business serves facilities across the Midwest and East Coast, with services aimed at post-acute recovery, continuing care and the needs of older adults. Founded in 2018, Vitae Health Systems is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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