Local Contract Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice

Company: MedCadre
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: March 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description MedCadre is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Family Practice for a local contract job in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Family Practice - Discipline: Nurse Practitioner - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 52 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours, days - Employment Type: Local Contract Position: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Job type: Permanent, Full-time Pay Rate: $60/Hour Job Description: We are seeking a full-time Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) to deliver high-quality medical services to patients residing in long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. This role is designed for a compassionate clinician with experience managing chronic conditions and acute changes in elderly populations. You will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team, ensuring continuity of care and quality outcomes. Responsibilities: - Provide primary and preventative care to long-term care residents. - Assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions. - Conduct advanced care planning and chronic care management. - Prescribe appropriate medications, including controlled substances per PA law. - Order, review, and follow up on diagnostic testing and treatments. - Collaborate with facility staff and physicians to optimize patient care. - Maintain accurate EMR documentation and participate in care team communication. Requirements: - Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Pennsylvania. - Board Certification (Adult, Family, or Geriatrics). - DEA licensure (required to prescribe controlled substances). - Master's degree in Adult-Gerontology NP specialization. - Bachelor's degree in Nursing (RN to BSN). - Clinical experience in adult, family, or geriatric care. - LTC experience preferred. - Proficiency in using EMR systems. - Experience managing patients with advanced illnesses and multiple chronic conditions. Full-time Benefits: - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus - 401(k) with Matching - Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - Paid Time Off - Malpractice Insurance - Continuing Education Credits - Recertification Reimbursement - Bonus Pay Schedule & Hours: - Monday to Friday - Day shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) - 60-minute unpaid lunch break - 40 Guaranteed Hours per Week Application Process:/n/nPlease submit your resume to or Call /nQualified candidates will be contacted promptly for next steps About MedCadre At MedCadre, headquartered in Irvine, California and serving healthcare organizations nationwide, we connect exceptional clinicians with world-class career opportunities while upholding the highest standards of ethics, fairness, and integrity. As a Joint Commission–accredited and ISO 9001–certified leader in medical staffing, we strictly adhere to healthcare regulations, ensuring trust and peace of mind for both our clinicians and partner facilities. Guided by our core values; Results, Approachability, Care, and Emergency (RACE), we foster an environment where you can grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and deliver outstanding patient care. When you join MedCadre, you become part of a broad network dedicated to advancing healthcare, improving lives, and shaping the future of patient outcomes together. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace diversity at every level of our organization Learn more about us https://www.medcadre.com/ Benefits - 401k retirement plan - Health Care FSA - Vision benefits - Dental benefits - Retention bonus - Medical benefits - Referral bonus - Sick pay - Weekly pay

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