Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner (NP-C) to join our team in Auburn, NY, serving a rural community in the Finger Lakes region. This role provides the opportunity to deliver comprehensive, full-scope emergency care, including patient evaluation, diagnostics, procedures, care coordination, and patient education. Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, demonstrates strong clinical judgment, and is committed to providing patient-centered care across all age groups.

Schedule:

• Shifts available: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM or 2:00 PM - 2:00 AM, 7 days per week.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct thorough patient evaluations, identifying clinical signs and symptoms to assess health status.
• Perform and document patient history, physical exams, and procedures in the EMR.
• Present relevant patient information to attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, including diagnostic testing, procedures, and interventions.
• Write orders and initiate appropriate treatment for acutely ill or injured patients within NP scope of practice.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed in collaboration with physicians and nursing staff.
• Provide patient and family education, rehabilitation planning, and discharge coordination.
• Participate in rounds, patient care conferences, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain knowledge of disease processes, pathophysiology, and current trends in emergency medicine.
• Demonstrate competency in emergency procedures, including laceration repair, wound care, and simple splinting.
• Recognize and respond effectively to critical changes in patient status or emergency situations.
• Provide culturally competent, age-appropriate care to diverse populations.
• Incorporate new research, evidence-based practices, and technology into clinical care.
• Utilize community resources and support systems to enhance patient care and outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Current New York State NP license (or eligibility).
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

Why Join Our Team?

• Gain hands-on rural emergency medicine experience across a wide range of cases.
• Supportive, collaborative, and experienced ED team.
• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance.
• Competitive compensation and benefits (where applicable).
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the health of a close-knit community.

Competitive Salary based on experience: $110,000 to $145,000 per year DOE