Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Emergency Department

Saint Francis Medical Partners•Cape Girardeau, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physician Assistant (PA) is a medical professional who has graduated from an accredited PA program, has passed the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistance (NCCPA) exam and has an active NCCPA certification. The PA has the education and training to provide acute care of adult and pediatric populations. The Physician Assistant is responsible for providing holistic primary care to patients under the medical supervision of the Medical Director as outlined in the Collaborative Practice Agreement. This position involves ongoing collaboration with Department physicians. This position is responsible and accountable for providing quality care to outpatients as defined by Missouri Statute Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join the Emergency Department and Southeast Missouri's only Level III Trauma Center. Our emergency and trauma center is a state-of-the-art facility with 32 patient rooms and serves nearly 42,000 patients annually. The facility houses: 26 private treatment rooms with direct access to bathrooms 3 trauma rooms 2 triage rooms 1 special procedures room A new, 4-bay split-flow area staffed by APPs Specially designated children’s exam areas and equipment specifically tailored to treat children of all ages Senior-friendly accommodations such as thicker mattresses, higher chairs, large-print forms, guardrails and nonskid flooring to enhance comfort and encourage a speedy return to the highest quality of life Join the Saint Francis family where we are better together and where people come first! Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience. Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center , nearly 3,000 team members , and over 300 providers , Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves. You’ll find more than 50 specialties , the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center , and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU . The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers. A Mission That Matters At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors. Mission To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ. Vision To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value. Values You Can Feel Every Day Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes Excellence: Always striving to be the best Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact… Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Requirements

Graduate from accredited School of Nursing and an approved Nurse Practitioner Program OR Graduate from a Committee on Allied health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) or successor accredited program.
Current NCCPA certification
Licensed Physician Assistant in the State of Missouri
AHA or Red Cross BLS Certification
Three years' experience as a Physician Assistant preferred.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe working environment
Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostics and treatment room procedures
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, physicians, staff and the public
Ability to maintain quality control standards and maintain calm and effective reactions during emergency situations
Ability to communicate clearly, as well as understanding and responding to detailed oral and written instructions
Current BLS certification and required licenses
Ability to learn and efficiency utilize diagnostic equipment, electronic systems for ordering, medical records and other common computer programs

Responsibilities

providing holistic primary care to patients under the medical supervision of the Medical Director as outlined in the Collaborative Practice Agreement
ongoing collaboration with Department physicians
providing quality care to outpatients as defined by Missouri Statute

Benefits

MGMA shift rate plus incentive bonus!
Excess Shift pay available
Night shift differential
$1,500 CME allowance per fiscal year
403b retirement plan
Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid Malpractice with Tail Coverage
Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access