Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Emergency Medicine

Description

This is a contract, on-site position offering an excellent opportunity to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency department setting within the medical practice industry.

As a Locum NP or PA in Emergency Medicine, you will play a critical role in delivering urgent and emergent care to patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions. You will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a dynamic clinical environment.

 

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history taking and physical examinations
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as labs, X-rays, and EKGs
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries in the emergency department
• Perform procedures such as suturing, splinting, and wound care
• Prescribe and manage appropriate medications and treatments
• Collaborate with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary teams
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
• Provide patient education and discharge instructions
• Participate in rapid response and emergency stabilization efforts
• Adhere to hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold patient rights at all times

Requirements

• Associate-level experience in Emergency Medicine or a related acute care setting
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Board certification or eligibility in Emergency Medicine
• Valid DEA registration and prescriptive authority
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement
• Preferred: Prior locum tenens or emergency department experience

Schedule: 9a-9p and 3p-1a

No call required

Daily Volume: 80 patients, ~3.5% admissions

10 beds, 1 trauma bay

Required Procedures: Laceration repair, splinting, incision and drainage, etc.

Support Staff: Physicians, RNs, and an imaging tech

Must be board-certified

ACLS and BLS required

Paid travel and expenses