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

This is a contract, on-site position in a fast-paced emergency department offering the opportunity to provide high-quality urgent and emergent care to patients presenting with a wide range of acute conditions. As a Locum NP or PA in Emergency Medicine, you will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in a dynamic clinical environment.

Clinical Setting

• 10-bed emergency department with 1 trauma bay
• Daily patient volume of approximately 80 patients with ~3.5% admission rate
• Support staff includes physicians, RNs, and an imaging technician

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 including laceration repair, splinting, incision and drainage, 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

Required Qualifications

• 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 in Emergency Medicine
• Valid DEA registration and prescriptive authority
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Current PALS certification
• 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 Qualifications

• Prior locum tenens experience
• Prior emergency department experience

Schedule

• Shifts: 9a-9p and 3p-1a
• No call required
• Flexible scheduling including nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Paid travel and expenses