Part-Time Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Emergency Department & Urgent Care

LAKEWOOD HEALTH SYSTEM•Staples, MN

4h•$56 - $74

About The Position

Lakewood Health System is seeking a part-time Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Emergency Department (ED) and Urgent Care (UC) team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to practice high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative rural healthcare setting. Lakewood Health System is proud to be a designated Level III Trauma Center, providing essential emergency services to our community with a focus on teamwork, excellence, and compassionate care. The PA/NP functions as an independent provider, working collaboratively with ED physicians and an interdisciplinary healthcare team. This role involves providing comprehensive care across the lifespan, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and patient education.

Requirements

Nurse Practitioner (NP): Current Minnesota APRN licensure required Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification required
Physician Assistant (PA): Current NCCPA certification required
BLS, ACLS, NRP, ATLS certifications required

Nice To Haves

Emergency Medicine experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient assessments and medical decision-making
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests
Prescribe pharmacologic therapies and provide patient education
Perform procedures such as: Laceration repair Incision and drainage (I&D) Other system-specific examinations and procedures
Collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals