What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care position at Vernon Health?
Join an independent, non-profit, and award-winning critical access hospital and make an immediate impact in the quaint and thriving rural communities located in the heart of the beautiful Driftless Region of Southwest Wisconsin!
Vernon Memorial Healthcare in Viroqua, WI is looking for a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join its collaborative and innovative Urgent Care team. This regular part-time position involves providing high-quality patient care in the Urgent Care setting to our dynamic rural community.
This role is perfect for an experienced APP looking to make an immediate difference in urgent care operations while gaining competency through collaboration with board-certified emergency physicians in the care of urgent care patients.
Key Responsibilities
Our Community
Viroqua is located in the heart of Driftless Wisconsin, defined by the Mississippi River to the west and rolling landscapes of the Kickapoo Valley. An abundance of outdoor recreational activities, a vibrant and artsy culture, and eclectic eateries and performance venues make this region a hidden gem of the Midwest. Viroqua and its surrounding communities have excellent public and private schools, low cost of living, and thriving economies, making this a great place to work, live, and play!
If you are passionate about rural healthcare and want to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community, we'd love to hear from you!
Vernon Memorial Healthcare in Viroqua, WI is looking for a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join its collaborative and innovative Urgent Care team. This regular part-time position involves providing high-quality patient care in the Urgent Care setting to our dynamic rural community.
This role is perfect for an experienced APP looking to make an immediate difference in urgent care operations while gaining competency through collaboration with board-certified emergency physicians in the care of urgent care patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive urgent care to patients across all age groups in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers.
- Perform assessments, diagnostics, and treatment plans for a variety of acute and chronic conditions.
- Assist with urgent care services, as needed, in a critical access setting.
- Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatments, and preventive care, primarily in an urgent care setting.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record system.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes in the emergency and urgent care departments.
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current certification as a PA-C or NP and licensure to practice in Wisconsin (or ability to obtain.)
- BLS, ACLS, PALS and ATLS certifications required.
- Experience in emergency or critical care settings preferred but not mandatory.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with a commitment to patient-centered care.
- Comprehensive benefit package, including health, dental, vision, life, malpractice, short-term and long-term disability insurances, 401(k) retirement package with employer match
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Relocation and sign-on bonuses
- Competitive hourly compensation
- 12-hour shifts (10am - 10pm) for work/life balance
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and mission-driven environment!
Our Community
Viroqua is located in the heart of Driftless Wisconsin, defined by the Mississippi River to the west and rolling landscapes of the Kickapoo Valley. An abundance of outdoor recreational activities, a vibrant and artsy culture, and eclectic eateries and performance venues make this region a hidden gem of the Midwest. Viroqua and its surrounding communities have excellent public and private schools, low cost of living, and thriving economies, making this a great place to work, live, and play!
If you are passionate about rural healthcare and want to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community, we'd love to hear from you!