Experienced Nurse Practitioner — Patient Care Leader

Patient Plus Urgent Care; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Patient Plus Urgent Care in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide urgent care services. You will assess and treat patients, perform examinations, order and interpret tests, and collaborate with the care team to maintain accurate medical records.

The role requires LA licensure, NP/PA certification, and ACLS/BLS/PALS. You’ll educate patients, manage medications, and uphold infection control standards while delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LA state license to practice.
• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program with board eligibility.
• ACLS/BLS/PALS certifications required.
• Demonstrates clinical decision-making and patient-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial assessment of new patients.
• Conduct routine examinations and health screenings.
• Document all patient information in EMR accurately.
• Provide patient education and treatment plans.
• Coordinate with healthcare team to ensure up-to-date records.
• Triages patients and manages medications as directed.
• Explain medications and post-visit instructions to patients.
• Maintain infection control practices and patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Medical decision making

Strong organization

Team player

Education

LA state licensure

NP/PA program graduate

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Patient Plus Urgent Care in Baton Rouge, LA seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide urgent care services. You will assess and treat patients, perform examinations, order and interpret tests, and collaborate with the care team to maintain accurate medical records.

The role requires LA licensure, NP/PA certification, and ACLS/BLS/PALS. You’ll educate patients, manage medications, and uphold infection control standards while delivering high-quality care.