HPA Healthcare
Position Overview
A coastal community hospital in Nags Head, North Carolina is seeking a skilled and flexible Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum tenens coverage in their Emergency Department. This role supports an established team with strong specialty backup and a range of shift options available from June through September. Orientation is required the day prior to the first scheduled shift. Assignment Highlights
A coastal community hospital in Nags Head, North Carolina is seeking a skilled and flexible Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum tenens coverage in their Emergency Department. This role supports an established team with strong specialty backup and a range of shift options available from June through September. Orientation is required the day prior to the first scheduled shift. Assignment Highlights
- HPA Healthcare is a Joint Commission-certified agency
- Emergency Department only - no inpatient rounding or call
- Supportive team of 6 physicians and 3 APPs
- On-site radiology, anesthesia, and 24-hour lab access
- Epic EMR (system-wide across ECU Health)
- Pre-paid travel and lodging provided
- Malpractice insurance included at no cost
- Provider responds to codes; no ICU duties
- Strong transport infrastructure with ECU Health Air and Ground support
- Shift Types: 7a-7p, 3p-3a, 2p-12a, 12p-12a, 7p-7a
- Coverage Dates:
- August and September - specific dates
- Start Date: As soon as credentialed
- Orientation: Required the day before first scheduled shift
- Call: None Skills & Experience
- Active North Carolina license and DEA required
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS/APLS (American Heart Association) required
- Experience in emergency medicine or urgent care preferred
- Must be comfortable responding to codes
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently