Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Jobs
Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner jobs are open across health systems, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics, from new-grad NP to senior and lead practitioner, with specializations in geriatric primary care, palliative care, and chronic disease management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) Geriatric is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. They typically care for patients in geriatric settings, including House Calls, outpatient practice, or facilities like SNF or assisted living.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
- Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
- Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
- Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.
- Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
- Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
- Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's specialty and training.
- Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and expertise of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.
- May provide care to patients in a team-based model. Focus on acute and chronic illness management and population health.
- May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
- Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
- Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
- Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
- Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
- Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
- Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.
- Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
- Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
- EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) Geriatric is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. They typically care for patients in geriatric settings, including House Calls, outpatient practice, or facilities like SNF or assisted living.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
- Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
- Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
- Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.
- Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
- Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
- Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's specialty and training.
- Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and expertise of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.
- May provide care to patients in a team-based model. Focus on acute and chronic illness management and population health.
- May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
- Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
- Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
- Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
- Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
- Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
- Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.
- Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
- Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
- EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
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Who's Hiring
- Personalized Health Partners10
- Rush University Medical Center3
- Adelphi University1
- Urban Health Plan1
- UC San Francisco Academic1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Adult-Gerontology nurse practitioner jobs.
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree required
- AGPCNP-BC or AGACNP-BC national certification from ANCC or AANP
- Active, unencumbered registered nurse and advanced practice licensure in the state of practice
- Clinical experience managing complex chronic conditions in adult and geriatric populations
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in acute or outpatient settings
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications, with PALS required for some acute care roles
Tips for Your Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Job Search
Tailor your resume to care settings
Hiring managers in health systems and long-term care facilities scan for setting-specific experience fast. List the environments you've worked in, such as SNFs, inpatient medicine, or outpatient geriatrics, before your clinical skills so reviewers see the match immediately.
List your population-focused certifications clearly
Your AGPCNP-BC or AGACNP-BC credential tells employers exactly which patient population you're trained for. Put those abbreviations in your resume header and repeat them in your summary so ATS systems flag your application correctly from the start.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists adult-gerontology nurse practitioner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your subspecialty
Job titles for this role vary widely. Search for palliative care NP, geriatric NP, and hospitalist NP in addition to the full credential name so you catch postings that describe the work without using the standard AGPCNP or AGACNP title.
Prepare for competency-based clinical scenarios
Interviews for adult-gerontology NP roles almost always include case scenarios involving frail older adults, polypharmacy decisions, or goals-of-care conversations. Walk interviewers through your clinical reasoning step by step, not just your conclusion, to show depth of practice.
Negotiate scope of practice terms in your offer
Collaborative practice agreements and supervising physician arrangements vary by state and directly affect your day-to-day autonomy. Before you sign, confirm whether the state requires a collaboration agreement, who your collaborating physician is, and whether that arrangement is formalized in your contract.
Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most adult-gerontology nurse practitioners?
Personalized Health Partners, Rush University Medical Center, and Adelphi University are hiring the most adult-gerontology nurse practitioners right now, with openings concentrated in West Virginia, Ohio, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, large multispecialty groups, and long-term care networks tend to post the highest volumes of these roles.
How many adult-gerontology nurse practitioners jobs are remote?
About 0% of adult-gerontology nurse practitioner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this specialty. Telehealth-focused positions in chronic disease management and post-discharge follow-up care represent the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become an adult-gerontology nurse practitioner?
You start by earning a registered nurse license and gaining clinical experience, then completing an accredited MSN or DNP program with an adult-gerontology NP concentration. After graduation, you sit for the AGPCNP-BC or AGACNP-BC certification exam through ANCC or AANP. Once certified, you apply for an advanced practice registered nurse license in the state where you plan to practice.
How do you get hired as an adult-gerontology nurse practitioner with little experience?
New graduate adult-gerontology NPs most often land first roles through clinical rotation sites that already know their work, so staying in contact with preceptors after graduation is practical. Health systems with structured NP residency or fellowship programs are another entry point designed specifically for new grads. Applying to outpatient primary care or long-term care roles rather than acute subspecialty positions also improves your chances early in your career.
What does the adult-gerontology nurse practitioner interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone or video screen with a nurse recruiter or HR contact, followed by a panel interview with the medical director, lead NP, or department manager. Many employers include a clinical scenario component where you walk through a geriatric case involving polypharmacy, functional decline, or goals-of-care planning. Some acute care settings also conduct a brief skills or credentialing review before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to adult-gerontology nurse practitioner jobs?
You can find and apply to adult-gerontology nurse practitioner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification, clinical background, and preferred care setting, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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