Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine (SWMN)
About The Position
The Department of Emergency Medicine at Mayo Clinic is seeking to hire additional Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to join their Minnesota practice. This position will primarily be based in Mankato, MN, with the expectation of working in other sites in the future. The practice encompasses Emergency Rooms in Austin, Albert Lea, Cannon Falls, Red Wing, Lake City, Mankato, Fairmont, Waseca, and St. James. These roles offer the chance to join and develop high-quality healthcare delivery teams committed to practice, education, and research. The Austin/Mankato/Rochester sites serve as the main training and orientation locations for Mayo Clinic's EM NP/PAs in Minnesota. NP/PAs provide 24/7 coverage alongside physician colleagues at most sites. The NP/PA functions as an independent provider, collaborates with physicians, and works with various healthcare professionals. Mayo Clinic Emergency Medicine offers the BEST Program (Bootcamp Experience Staff Training), a comprehensive 12-month onboarding program for new graduates, integrating didactic education, simulation, and AI-driven learning with hands-on clinical experience to prepare them for high-quality, evidence-based emergency care. The NP/PA will conduct comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and provide patient education. They will also perform procedures such as laceration repair, I&D, lumbar puncture, intubation, non-invasive airway management, fracture reductions, procedural sedation, and critical care management, with opportunities for solo practice at critical access hospitals. The schedule involves quarterly shifts ranging from 8 to 13 hours, totaling 455 clinical hours per quarter, with a rotation of approximately one weekend per month (days/night or power shift). The role fosters a positive, patient-focused environment where NPs/PAs partner with physicians and are supported by both physicians and other NPs/PAs who understand their professional needs and goals.
Requirements
- Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program (for Nurse Practitioner).
- Current Minnesota RN and APRN license and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), or Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP) (for Nurse Practitioner).
- Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the Minnesota State Board of Medical Practice (for Physician Assistant).
- Registration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is required.
- BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS is required but can be obtained after start.
- Attach 2-3 letters of recommendation to their online application.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacological agents, and patient education.
- Perform a variety of procedures including laceration repair, I&D, lumbar puncture, intubation, non-invasive airway management, fracture reductions, procedural sedation, critical care management, etc.
- Work in solo practice at critical access hospitals.
- Provide 24/7 practice coverage alongside physician colleagues.
- Serve as an independent provider, collaborate with physicians and work with a variety of other healthcare professionals.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
