Emerson Hospital

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

Emerson Hospital • $90K — $120K *
Littleton, MA 01460In-Person
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with a Master's or Doctoral degree required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a PA or NP, ideally in urgent care or emergency settings.
  • Current NP/PA license in Massachusetts is mandatory.
  • National certification with necessary recertification every six years required for Massachusetts licensure.
  • Must meet Emerson Hospital's privilege requirements as a Nurse Practitioner.
  • BLS healthcare provider certification required.
  • Strong customer service skills and proficiency in English communication are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Provide evaluation and management to patients in an urgent care clinic setting.
  • Collaborate closely with a supervising urgent care physician to ensure quality care.
  • Assess and diagnose patients, developing appropriate treatment plans.
  • Document patient interactions in compliance with hospital privileges and standards.
  • Adhere to protocols and guidelines while offering autonomous care based on NP/PA skills.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure proper handling of sensitive information.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Supportive collaboration with a supervising physician.
  • Access to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

  • The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA) provides evaluation and management to urgent care clinic patients. This work will be in collaboration with the supervising urgent care physician involved in the patient's care.
  • The supervising physician of record will be an Emerson Practice Associate (EPA) physician for purposes of establishing a collaboration agreement for licensure and prescribing status as well as periodic performance reviews. The degree of autonomy of the NP/PA's daily practice will depend on the details of each particular clinic and the preferences and skills of the NP/PA.
  • The NP/PA works in accordance with Hospital privileges.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Education
    • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Master's or Doctoral Degree required
  • Experience
    • Previous experience in an Urgent care and/or emergency department environment strongly preferred.
    • At least 5 years experience working as a PA or NP
  • Licensure and/or Certification
    • Current license as a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant in Massachusetts required.
    • National certification with recertification as required every six years (this is required for Massachusetts licensure)
    • Must be able to attain and maintain privileges at Emerson Hospital as Nurse Practitioner.
    • BLS healthcare provider required.
  • Skills
    • Excellent customer service skills.
    • Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
    • Computer skills required.
    • Ability to maintain confidential information.

About Emerson Hospital

Emerson Hospital is a non-profit hospital located in Concord, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1911 and has since grown to become a leading healthcare provider in the region. The hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, cancer care, and more. Emerson Hospital is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the communities it serves.
Learn more about Emerson Hospital
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1911
* Ladders Estimates

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