Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Needed (Urgent Care) - Near Roper, NC (Job ID: j-115865)
Are you a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) seeking a rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a dynamic urgent care setting near Roper, North Carolina? We are actively searching for a qualified provider to join our established team and provide exceptional care to patients with non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. This locum tenens position offers a predictable schedule with no call requirements, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality urgent care services within a supportive team environment.
Why You'll Thrive Here:
- Immediate Start Date: Begin your assignment as soon as possible following credentialing and contribute to the efficient care of patients in our urgent care setting.
- Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team of 5 fellow NPs/PAs and 14 nurses, fostering a collaborative and positive work atmosphere.
- No Call Requirements: Enjoy a well-defined schedule with no call responsibilities, offering a healthy work-life balance.
- Diverse Patient Population: Provide urgent care services to patients of all ages, addressing a variety of non-emergent medical concerns.
- Advanced Technology: Utilize the Epic electronic medical records system to ensure efficient documentation and communication.
- Comprehensive Procedures Offered: Perform essential urgent care procedures, including suturing, splinting, burn care, incision and drainage, foreign body removal, elbow reduction, and laceration repairs.
- On-Site Diagnostic Tools: Have access to X-ray, iStat, and CBC capabilities for on-site diagnostics and informed treatment decisions.
What You'll Do:
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop evidence-based treatment plans for a variety of urgent care needs.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests (X-ray, iStat, CBC) to facilitate accurate diagnoses.
- Perform essential urgent care procedures, such as suturing, splinting, and more.
- Prescribe medications and manage patient medications effectively.
- Provide patient education and counseling on various health topics relevant to urgent care.
- Document all patient interactions, diagnoses, treatment plans, and interventions thoroughly and efficiently within the Epic electronic medical records system.
Who You Are:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree for NPs or a Physician Assistant (PA) certification (required).
- Current and active license to practice in North Carolina (only).
- A commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative and team-oriented urgent care setting.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities to manage a diverse patient population in the urgent care setting.
- BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) (required).
- AANP/AANC or NCCPA certification (required).
Join a Team Committed to Urgent Care Excellence:
We are passionate about providing exceptional urgent care services to our community and fostering a supportive environment for our healthcare professionals. If you're a skilled and experienced NP or PA seeking a locum tenens opportunity with a predictable schedule, established team support, and a focus on urgent care, we encourage you to apply!
Additional Notes:
- New providers will be required to attend orientation the day before their scheduled start date.
- This locum tenens position offers an outpatient setting with seven well-equipped exam rooms.
We understand the importance of schedule flexibility and work-life balance. This locum tenens opportunity allows you to focus on delivering high-quality urgent care during your scheduled work hours, fostering a healthy work-life balance.