Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency/Urgent Care

Join Our Team

Join an independent, non-profit, and award-winning critical access hospital and make an immediate impact in the quaint and thriving rural communities located in the heart of the beautiful Driftless Region of Southwest Wisconsin!

Vernon Memorial Healthcare in Viroqua, WI is looking for a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join its collaborative and innovative Emergency Department team. This part-time position involves providing high-quality patient care in the Urgent Care setting to our dynamic rural community.

This role is perfect for an experienced APP looking to make an immediate difference in emergency operations while gaining competency through collaboration with board-certified emergency physicians in the care of emergency department patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive urgent and emergency care to patients across all age groups in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Perform assessments, diagnostics, and treatment plans for a variety of acute and chronic conditions.
• Assist with emergency care services, as needed, in a critical access setting.
• Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatments, and preventive care, primarily in an urgent care setting.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes in the emergency and urgent care departments.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current certification as a PA-C or NP and licensure to practice in Wisconsin (or ability to obtain).
• BLS, ACLS, PALS and ATLS certifications required.
• Experience in emergency or critical care settings preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with a commitment to patient-centered care.

About the VMH Emergency Department:

The Emergency Department is a fully renovated 11-bed emergency room and urgent care with private patient rooms and Level IV trauma designation. An annual volume of 10,000+ with approximately 25% admittance/transfer rate keeps the team thriving and patients cared for without significant wait times. The Emergency Department has full access to point-of-care ultrasound services and 24/7 respiratory therapy, lab, and CT services. With the Epic EMR system and modern equipment and technology, patients receive an integrated and positive experience.

Employment at VMH:

• Comprehensive benefit package, including health, dental, vision, life, malpractice, short-term and long-term disability insurances, 401(k) retirement package with employer match
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Relocation and sign-on bonuses
• Competitive hourly compensation
• 12-hour shifts (10am - 10pm) for work/life balance
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and mission-driven environment!

Vernon Memorial Healthcare has been caring for the Viroqua area as an independent, non-profit organization, since 1951. Our Orthopedic and General Surgery Center has been named one of Healthgrades America's 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement. VMH includes a critical access hospital with four rural health clinics committed to high quality patient care experiences and fueled by dedication to our mission, vision, and values. Bring your talent and skills to a place where you will feel appreciated, experience rewarding work, and be part of a culture that practices teamwork, kindness, and collaboration.

Our community:

Viroqua is located in the heart of Driftless Wisconsin, defined by the Mississippi River to the west and rolling landscapes of the Kickapoo Valley. An abundance of outdoor recreational activities, a vibrant and artsy culture, and eclectic eateries and performance venues make this region a hidden gem of the Midwest. Viroqua and its surrounding communities have excellent public and private schools, low cost of living, and thriving economies, making this a great place to work, live, and play!

If you are passionate about rural healthcare and want to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community, we'd love to hear from you!