Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner- Nursing Home

• Overview Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.
• Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry.
• We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program.
• Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.
• We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team.
• Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you.
• Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.
• Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our dynamic team.
• In this role, you’ll play a vital part in delivering comprehensive ID care to patients, working closely with an interdisciplinary team in both long-term care and acute settings.
• This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while growing professionally within a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide infectious disease consults in long-term care settings
• Assess and manage infections including HIV, Hep B and C, pneumonia, UTIs, sepsis risk, wound infections, and multidrug-resistant organisms
• Order and interpret cultures, blood work, and imaging studies
• Prescribe and manage antimicrobial therapy including IV and oral antibiotics
• Collaborate with infectious disease physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Monitor infection control practices and support antimicrobial stewardship programs
• Educate staff and families on infection prevention and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility (Hospital/outpatient office experience will also be considered)