Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Opportunity in Lake Charles, Louisiana
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Emergency Medicine
Degree Required DNP MSN/MSRN
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice
Location Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 3/12/25
StaffMed Health Partners has partnered with one of the larger healthcare companies in the state of Louisiana to assist them in recruiting an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join their dynamic Emergency Department team at a high-volume, 40-bed emergency facility that serves as the region’s largest family-centered medical complex. This role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art emergency department equipped with advanced imaging technology, specialized treatment areas, and a dedicated team of emergency medicine professionals.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients across a wide range of acute and non-acute conditions
  • Work collaboratively with board-certified emergency physicians, internal medicine, and family medicine providers to assess, diagnose, and treat patients
  • Perform patient evaluations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and coordinate follow-up care
  • Manage critical care, mental health cases, and fast-track non-critical patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
  • Utilize McKesson EMR for documentation and patient tracking
  • Participate in a variety of shift schedules, ensuring consistent APP coverage ranging from 55-69 hours per day
Qualifications:
  • Board Certified NP/PA, with active license and prescriptive authority in the State of Louisiana required
  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
  • Strong ability to work in a high-volume emergency setting with approximately 60,000 annual visits
  • Ability to function autonomously while working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and support staff
Why Join Us?
  • Work in a newly renovated, 40-bed emergency department equipped with on-site CT and digital x-ray technology
  • Be part of a supportive and well-resourced team, including 30 hours of daily scribe support
  • Flexible scheduling with a mix of 10, 11, and 12-hour shifts
  • Live and work in Lake Charles, a vibrant city offering outdoor recreation, cultural festivals, and a warm, welcoming community
This is an excellent opportunity for an Emergency Medicine APP looking to make an impact in a high-volume emergency department while enjoying the lifestyle and community of Southwest Louisiana. If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, apply today, or contact Alex Higgins at [Register to View] or by email at [Register to View]