Rapid Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum tenens coverage in a Rapid Care setting in Martinsburg, West Virginia. This opportunity offers the chance to care for patients with a wide range of acute illnesses and injuries while working alongside a collaborative healthcare team in a fast-paced clinical environment.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide comprehensive patient care through assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of urgent and episodic medical conditions. The APP will collaborate with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary team members to develop and implement patient-centered care plans. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, coordinating referrals and follow-up care, and ensuring high-quality clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and injuries
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including biological, social, and psychological evaluations
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic testing
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Perform procedures within scope of practice and credentialing
• Coordinate care with specialty services when appropriate
• Provide patient education and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
• Participate in the education of medical, nursing, and advanced practice students as applicable

Nurse Practitioner Qualifications

• Graduate of a CCNE-accredited nursing program with a Master's Degree in Nursing
• National Certification through a recognized APRN Certification Center
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia
• FNP or ACNP certification preferred
• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications required
• PALS certification encouraged

Physician Assistant Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant training program
• NCCPA certification required
• Licensed or eligible for licensure through the West Virginia Board of Medicine or West Virginia Board of Osteopathic Medicine
• Current American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications required

• BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications required
• PALS certification encouraged

Experience Requirements

• Acute Care, Urgent Care, or Emergency Medicine experience preferred
• Eligible new graduates will be considered
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team

Located in the scenic Eastern Panhandle, Martinsburg offers a blend of small-town charm and modern amenities with easy access to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Northern Virginia. The area features beautiful outdoor recreation, historic attractions, and a growing healthcare community, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals.