Lead Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

gobravvo; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time schedule

No on-call obligations

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

gobravvo is seeking a Lead Emergency Medicine NP/PA to blend clinical care with operational leadership in a high-volume emergency department. This role emphasizes mentoring the APP team, driving performance, and collaborating with leaders to ensure quality, compliance, and budgetary success.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced NP or PA with board certification/eligibility and active licensure, plus ACLS/ATLS/PALS/BLS. The position offers a full-time schedule and a strong team environment.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted NP or PA license.
• Board certification or eligibility in relevant specialty.
• Advanced certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, BLS.
• Emergency medicine experience required.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to complete cross-credentialing as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a busy emergency department.
• Mentor and support the APP team through leadership and guidance.
• Drive clinical performance, communication, and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership on operational strategies.
• Oversee credentialing, privileging, and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Support quality improvement, clinical documentation, and risk management initiatives.
• Contribute to budgeting, cost-savings, and reimbursement processes.
• Balance clinical duties with administrative leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Emergency medicine

Mentorship

Communication

Education

NP license

PA license

Job description

The Lead Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (NP/PA) role presents a unique opportunity for advanced practice providers eager to expand their impact by combining clinical excellence with leadership responsibilities.

This position is designed for experienced Nurse Practitioners (NP) or Physician Assistants (PA) who are passionate about emergency medicine and ready to take on a pivotal leadership role within a high-volume, dynamic emergency department.

As a Lead Emergency Medicine NP/PA, you will be at the forefront of both patient care and operational leadership. The emergency department manages a substantial patient volume annually, offering you the chance to work in a fast-paced environment where your clinical expertise is highly valued. This full-time role provides a guaranteed 36-hour schedule with no on-call responsibilities, supporting a healthy work-life balance. The department is equipped with Epic electronic medical records (EMR) and benefits from robust NP/PA and physician coverage daily, ensuring effective patient management and collaborative practice.

The core responsibilities of this Lead Emergency Medicine NP/PA position include delivering high-quality patient care while actively participating in the advancement of the advanced practice provider (APP) team. You will serve as a mentor and resource for fellow NPs and PAs, driving clinical performance, communication, and quality initiatives across the emergency medicine program. Operationally, you will collaborate closely with clinical and administrative leaders to ensure regulatory compliance, budgetary efficiency, and strategic planning success.

In this role, you will also be responsible for supporting quality improvement efforts, credentialing and privileging processes, risk management strategies, clinical documentation enhancement, and reimbursement initiatives. Maintaining a balance between clinical duties and administrative leadership is essential, as you will play a key role in the ongoing development of the emergency medicine APP team.

The ideal candidate for this Lead Emergency Medicine NP/PA position will possess significant emergency medicine experience, an active and unrestricted license in the relevant state, and board certification or eligibility. Advanced certifications such as ACLS, ATLS, PALS, and BLS are required. Strong communication and leadership skills are paramount, as is the ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-acuity environment. Prior travel experience is not necessary, but a demonstrated ability to manage both clinical and operational responsibilities is essential.

Joining this team means becoming part of a supportive and engaged group of emergency medicine professionals committed to making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and operational success. The organization values inclusivity, professional growth, and a dedication to excellence in emergency care. Working in a region known for its vibrant culture and community spirit further enhances the appeal of this opportunity.

Lead Emergency Medicine NP/PA - Summary

• Leadership position for Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in emergency medicine
• Combines clinical practice with operational and team leadership
• Full-time schedule with guaranteed hours and no call
• Work in a high-volume emergency department with advanced EMR

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a busy emergency department
• Mentor and support the APP team through leadership and guidance
• Drive clinical performance, communication, and quality initiatives
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership on operational strategies
• Oversee credentialing, privileging, and regulatory compliance efforts
• Support quality improvement, clinical documentation, and risk management initiatives
• Contribute to budgeting, cost-savings, and reimbursement processes
• Balance clinical duties with administrative leadership responsibilities

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary structure aligned with experience and responsibilities
• Guaranteed full-time hours with no on-call obligations
• Comprehensive benefits package (details provided during hiring process)
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active and unrestricted NP or PA license
• Board certified or board eligible in relevant specialty
• Advanced certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, BLS
• Emergency medicine experience required
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to complete cross-credentialing as required

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Experienced in emergency medicine as an NP or PA
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and team mentorship skills
• Comfortable balancing clinical and administrative demands
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality improvement
• Effective communicator and collaborator in a multidisciplinary environment

Other Relevant Information

• Work in a region known for its strong sense of community and vibrant culture
• Join a forward-thinking emergency medicine team dedicated to professional excellence
• Be part of an organization that values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment

This employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.