Emergency Medicine NP/PA

Updated 11/19/25
Hamilton, New York, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Emergency Medicine
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Job at a glance

Degree Required DNP MSN/MSRN
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description
JOB OVERVIEW
  • Job Title: Emergency Medicine NP/PA
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Hamilton, NY
  • Service Setting: Emergency Department
  • Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  • Coverage Period: 01/01/2026 Open (minimum 6-month assignment)
  • Clinical Shift Schedule: 7:00a7:00p and 7:00p7:00a (12-hour shifts, flexible schedule) COVERAGE DATES
  • Starting January 1, 2026 (Open-ended contract; minimum 6-month assignment)
  • Minimum commitment: 7 shifts per month

PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Patient Demographics: All ages (mixed adult and pediatric population)
  • Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 35 patients per day; 13,000 annual visits
  • Admissions: 6.2% admission rate
  • Phone Consults: As needed for specialty referrals
  • Case Mix: General emergency cases; no trauma designation; approximately 6.4% EMS volume

FACILITY INFORMATION
  • No. of Beds in Department: 24-hour staffed Emergency Department
  • Trauma Level: None (non-designated facility)
  • EMR System: Epic
  • Office Equipment Available: Standard emergency medicine diagnostic and treatment tools
  • Specialty Backup Available: Limited; independent APP practice under physician collaboration
  • Support Staff Available: Nursing and allied health team support (no scribes)
  • Reason for Coverage: Full-time vacancy

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  • Temporary Privileges Available: No (temporary privileges may be issued after references and documentation are verified)
  • Credentialing Timeline: 4560 days
  • Orientation: Required (includes EMR training and onboarding with PCC); completion of documentation and certifications prior to start

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
  • Overtime: Daily OT after 12 hours; weekly OT after 168 hours REQUIRED PROCEDURES
  • General emergency medicine procedures and acute care management
  • Proficiency required in ACLS, PALS, and ATLS (AHA)
  • Management of all acuity levels including stabilization, airway management, and coordination with supervising physician

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Licenses: Active New York Nurse Practitioner license required
  • DEA: Active New York DEA required
  • Board: ANCC or AANP certification required
  • Residency: Not applicable (must have relevant emergency, family, or internal medicine training)
  • Certifications: ACLS, PALS, and ATLS (AHA) required
  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of emergency or urgent care experience preferred
  • Other Qualifications: Flu and PPD required (waivers considered); NPDB and background verification required for onboarding

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide emergency medical care in a 24-hour ED alongside physician team
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients across the full spectrum of emergency presentations
  • Perform required emergency and urgent care procedures within scope of practice
  • Collaborate with supervising physician, nursing, and support staff to ensure efficient patient flow
  • Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and order entry
  • Maintain compliance with facility protocols, credentialing, and clinical documentation standards
  • Participate in required orientation, EMR training, and performance improvement initiatives
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