Urgent Care - Nurse Practitioner, / Physician Assistant

LCMC Health

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a compassionate, quick-thinking clinician who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Join our Urgent Care team and play a critical role in delivering high-quality, accessible care for patients with immediate, non-emergent needs. As an Urgent Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, you’ll provide efficient, patient-centered care while helping reduce unnecessary emergency room visits—making a meaningful difference every day.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Studies
• Active, unrestricted Louisiana APRN or PA license (or eligible temporary permit)
• DEA registration and Louisiana Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
• Strong clinical decision-making skills and confidence in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Adaptability with varying patient volumes and case complexity
• Commitment to delivering accessible, compassionate, high-quality care

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat a wide range of acute illnesses and minor injuries
• Perform physical exams and patient assessments with speed and accuracy
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic tests
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
• Perform minor procedures including wound care, suturing, splinting, and infection management
• Provide clear explanations of diagnoses, treatment plans, and medications
• Educate patients and families on discharge instructions and follow-up care
• Deliver compassionate, efficient care that prioritizes patient satisfaction
• Work closely with a supportive, multidisciplinary care team
• Assist with care coordination, referrals, and follow-ups as needed
• Contribute to a positive, high-performing clinic culture
• Assess acute, urgent, and occasionally complex patients for signs of instability
• Use clinical data to quickly determine appropriate care plans and next steps
• Perform therapeutic interventions to stabilize acute conditions
• Evaluate risks, benefits, and appropriateness of treatments and procedures
• Monitor patient response to treatment and adjust plans accordingly
• Promote injury prevention, health maintenance, and patient safety
• Support smooth transitions of care when escalation or referral is needed
• Serve as a resource for patients, families, and clinical staff
• Participate in training, mentoring, and precepting students and new providers
• Champion a culture of patient safety and continuous improvement
• Report and address safety concerns through established processes

Benefits

• Multiple convenient locations across the Greater New Orleans area
• Dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment
• Opportunity to make a direct, meaningful impact on patient access to care
• Supportive team culture focused on excellence, efficiency, and compassion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level