Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner

StaffMed Health Partners has partnered with a respected healthcare system in Louisiana to recruit dedicated Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants for their Emergency Department in the Opelousas area. This community-based Emergency Department sees approximately 26,000 patient visits annually and offers a supportive, team-oriented environment with strong physician collaboration.Position Highlights- Provide comprehensive emergency care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for diverse patient populations- Collaborate with board-certified Emergency Medicine physicians and nursing staff to manage both acute and non-acute cases- Order and interpret laboratory and imaging studies to guide clinical decision-making- Perform emergency procedures within the APP scope of practice- Document and track patient care using Cerner EMR- 12-hour APP shifts (9 AM 9 PM) working alongside 24-hour physician coveragePerks & Benefits- 13-bed Emergency Department with 1 trauma bed and dedicated Fast Track area- Competitive compensation- Well-supported environment with consistent physician coverage- Work in a community-focused hospital with modern equipment and strong clinical leadershipQualifications- Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with active Louisiana license and prescriptive authority- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required- Experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care preferred- Strong teamwork, adaptability, and clinical decision-making skillsThis is an excellent opportunity for an Emergency Medicine APP seeking to practice in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while serving the Opelousas, Louisiana community.If you d like to learn more, apply today or contact Alex Higgins at or .

Created: 2026-02-01