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Job Description
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a 0.75 FTE Nurse Practitioner to join our compassionate and experienced Nursing Home Services team in beautiful Bellingham, Washington.
PeaceHealth demonstrates a strong commitment to clinician wellness through programs that support reduced administrative burden, team collaboration, and long-term professional satisfaction.
Position Highlights
- 0.75 FTE–Nursing Home Services
- Provide care for long-term care residents and subacute rehabilitation patients (average 8–10 patients/day)
- Highly collaborative interprofessional team including 6 Physicians, 3 APCs, Social Worker, and medical support staff—strong emphasis on communication, coordinated care, and shared decision-making
- Minimal call approximately 1:8, phone-call only, after hours until clinic opens again
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $102,741.60 – 128,637.60 (based on years of experience and 0.75 FTE)
- Comprehensive benefits package: Health/Dental/Vision/Retirement
- Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and education loan reimbursement for qualified candidates
- Full malpractice coverage
Interested? Let’s Connect
Kylie Holton – Physician & Clinician Recruiter
kholton@peacehealth.org
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited NP program; Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with two years of experience preferred
- Experience in multidisciplinary teams, hospice, and Skilled Nursing Facility care
- Comfort with management of acute geriatric issues (e.g., pneumonia, cellulitis, renal failure, CHF) and end-of-life care
Why You’ll Love Bellingham
Bellingham offers the perfect balance of urban amenities, outstanding schools, and unparalleled outdoor recreation. Coastal beaches, mountain trails, snow sports, and 65 miles of inner-urban trails are just minutes away.
Additional highlights include:
- Home to Western Washington University and two community colleges
- Stress-free commutes—nearly anywhere in the city is 15–20 minutes from the hospital
- 90 minutes south to Seattle and 60 minutes north to Vancouver, BC
- Ranked a “Top 25 Place to Retire” and the #2 most fitness-friendly city in the U.S.
- No state income tax
About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth Medical Group includes more than 1,200 clinicians across Washington, Oregon, and Alaska, unified by a 130-year tradition of compassion, collaboration, and respect. We are committed to Inclusivity, Diversity, and Cultural Humility.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws
Salary : $102,742 - $128,638