Emergency Department - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) OPPORTUNITY!!

Become a part of an organization committed to remaining independent, where decisions are made locally for the benefit and well-being of the communities we serve.

An incredible opportunity has presented itself for an experienced Emergency Department Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) at Black River Health.

The Emergency Department Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) evaluates and treats patients of all ages with medical, surgical, and emergency conditions in the Emergency Department. Completes patient assessments, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, and completes or prescribes treatments under the supervising Emergency Department Physician.

Position Schedule

• Full-time, 40 patient contract hours per week
• 10-hour shifts and up to every third weekend required as needed

Benefits include:

• Sign-on bonus - $5,000
• Relocation Bonus - $10,000
• Health Insurance - Shared between Employer & Employee
• Disability Insurance – Short and Long-term
• Retirement Plan

• Retirement 401(k) Plan – Shared between Employer & Employee

• Employer contribution is a matching contribution dollar for dollar up to 6% of compensation.

• CME Allowance - $4,500
• Free Meals in the hospital cafe
• Workers Compensation
• Professional Liability
• Malpractice Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account

If you are looking for an exciting new role at a place that feels like home, look no further.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a nationally accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner educational program
• Current, valid, unrestricted license from the State of Wisconsin; current board certification from NCCPA for PA or current board certification from ANCC, ANA, or AANP for NP; and current unrestricted DEA
• Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support), PLS/PALS (Pediatric Life Saving/Pediatric Advanced Life Support), & ALS/ACLS (Advanced Life Saving/Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience is required
• Urgent Care or Emergency experience preferred
• Primary Care Experience is acceptable

Your Future Starts Here

At Black River Health, your work makes a real difference in the lives of families right here at home. Guided by our mission—outstanding and comprehensive healthcare for you and your family, delivered locally with compassion—we invite you to bring your expertise and leadership to a team that values heart, skill, and community impact.

Live, Work & Thrive in Black River Country

Beyond your career, you’ll enjoy the unmatched lifestyle of Black River Country. With over 200,000 acres of wilderness, scenic trails for hiking and biking, and pristine lakes for fishing, boating, and even scuba diving, the region offers endless opportunities to recharge and explore. Whether it’s kayaking, skiing, or simply enjoying small-town charm, Black River Country is the perfect place to call home. Learn more at

Qualified candidates may obtain an application and attach a resume on our website at

"Black River Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan."