Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Urgent Care

Description

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This full-time, contract, on-site role offers an opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care within a fast-paced medical practice setting.

As a Locum NP or PA in our Urgent Care department, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries. You will work closely with the clinical team to ensure timely, efficient, and compassionate care for every patient who walks through our doors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including histories and physical examinations
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries commonly seen in urgent care settings
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests such as laboratory work and imaging as appropriate
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in accordance with clinical guidelines
• Prescribe medications and provide patient education on treatment, medication use, and follow-up care
• Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting when indicated
• Document all patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff to maintain efficient clinic operations
• Refer patients to specialists or higher levels of care when clinically necessary
• Adhere to all regulatory, safety, and compliance standards in patient care

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of Louisiana
• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program with appropriate national board certification
• Prior experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care settings preferred
• Strong clinical judgment with the ability to manage a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems and documentation practices
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with diverse patient populations
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered care

Schedule: 3x 12-hour shifts per week (7:45a-8:15p), rotating schedule

No call required

Shifts available at multiple facilities

Patient Census: 45 per shift

EMR: Cerner

Must be board-certified or board-eligible

ACLS, BLS, and PALS required

Paid travel & expenses