Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Conduct daily patient rounds in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) setting, performing focused assessments, monitoring rehabilitation progress, and managing acute and subacute medical needs for patients undergoing intensive recovery. Manage comorbidities and complications including post-stroke recovery, orthopedic post-op care, traumatic brain injury, cardiac conditions, and neurological disorders while collaborating with physiatrists, therapy teams, and interdisciplinary staff to support optimal functional recovery and safe discharge planning. Write and manage orders for medications, diagnostics, therapies, and consults; respond promptly to nursing and therapy communications. Evaluate and manage acute changes in patient condition, initiate appropriate interventions, and determine when escalation or transfer is warranted. Maintain thorough documentation in the EMR consistent with IRF regulatory standards and CMS compliance guidelines. Communicate regularly with patients and families regarding medical status, goals of care, and discharge planning. Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on reducing hospital transfers and improving functional outcomes. Schedule includes Mon-fri rounding with one weekend per month required. This role involves travel to and from one or more assigned facilities.