Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine: RapidDiagnosticsTeam

Mayo Clinic; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 131,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Emergency Medicine team in the Emergency Department Observation Unit (EDOU). The role emphasizes independent practice, collaboration with physicians, and 24/7/365 coverage for time-limited evaluations and treatments.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, tests, prescriptions, and performing procedures, with a focus on timely disposition and escalation of care when needed.

Qualifications

• Master's-prepared NP with current Minnesota RN license and NP certification.
• PA with NCCPA certification and Minnesota PA registration.
• DEA registration required; BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent NP/PA assessments, orders, and interpretations.
• Prescribe pharmacological agents and educate patients.
• Perform procedures (laceration repair, I&D, lumbar puncture, paracentesis, ultrasound-guided access).
• Reassess, escalate when needed, and determine disposition.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (NP)

PA certification (NCCPA)

Job description

City: Rochester

State: MN

Remote: No

Department: Emergency Medicine

Responsibilities

Caring for 75,000 patients per year, the Saint Marys Hospital Emergency Department at Mayo Clinic is a regional level 1 trauma center and is also the base of operations for nationally regarded Air and Ground Transportation programs. We are expanding our practice to staff a dedicated Emergency Department Observation Unit (EDOU), operated by Department of Emergency Medicine providers and embedded in the ED practice. The EDOU provides 24/7/365 coverage and delivers focused, time-limited evaluation and treatment for patients who require care beyond the initial ED visit but are expected to be discharged within 24 hours.

In the EDOU clinical setting the NP/PA serves as an independent provider, collaborates with physicians, and works with a variety of other healthcare professionals. The NP/PA will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacological agents, and patient education. Common EDOU presentations include chest pain, syncope, TIA, abdominal pain, asthma and COPD exacerbations, cellulitis, dehydration, pyelonephritis, and atrial fibrillation. The NP/PA will also perform a variety of procedures including laceration repair, I&D, lumbar puncture, paracentesis, and ultrasound-guided access. Reassessment, escalation of care when needed, and timely disposition are central to the role.

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner: Master's-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current Minnesota RN and APRN license and certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP).

Physician Assistant: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the Minnesota State Board of Medical Practice.

Registration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is required. BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS are required.

Two years as an experienced NP or PA in Emergency Medicine, observation medicine, or hospital medicine preferred. ED or hospital experience preferred. New graduates who have completed an applicable fellowship may be considered.

Candidates should apply with a resume and/or CV, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$130,977.60 - $182,686.40

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

24/7 practice/quarter schedule

Weekend Schedule

1/3 weekends and rotating holiday schedule with 2 holidays per year

International Assignment

No

Recruiter

Madeline Ecklund