Sutter Coast Hospital - Nurse Practitioner, Walk-In Care

Sutter Coast Hospital – Nurse Practitioner, Walk‑In Care

Opportunity Information

Sutter Health invites applications for a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant who has primary, urgent, or walk‑in care experience. The role requires assessment, diagnosis, planning, and execution of patient care in collaboration with physicians, within the full scope of licensure.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and develop care plans.
• Coordinate and deliver care, including direct patient interaction, family education, and care transitions.
• Provide medical consultation and perform therapeutic procedures delegated by supervising physicians.
• Assist in various clinical procedures, patient education, treatment, and follow‑up.
• Conduct daily rounds and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

• Experience
  • Minimum 2 years of recent, relevant experience in an ambulatory, primary, or urgent care setting.
• Education, Licensure & Certifications
  • For Nurse Practitioner:
    • Bachelor’s degree required.
    • Master’s degree preferred.
    • California (CA) and Oregon (OR) NP license required; second state license to be obtained upon hire.
    • DEA furnishing license.
    • BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications.
  • For Physician Assistant:
    • Graduate of AMA‑approved PA program.
    • California (CA) and Oregon (OR) PA license required; second state license to be obtained upon hire.
    • Maintenance of CME requirements as mandated by the license.
    • BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications.
• Skills & Knowledge
  • Strong knowledge of patient care guidelines and documentation quality.
  • Medical knowledge and skills appropriate to scope of practice.
  • Proficient in medical terminology, anatomy & physiology.
  • Working knowledge of electronic health records (e.g., EPIC).
  • Critical thinking and ability to perform age‑appropriate assessments.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, listening) for collaboration across the organization.
  • Analytical skills for interpreting test procedures and results.
  • Interpersonal skills for collaboration with patients, families, and colleagues.
  • Leadership, mentorship, and ability to maintain composure during challenging interactions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible schedule.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits.
• Excellent retirement plan.
• Up to $50,000 sign‑on bonus and relocation support for experienced NP/PA candidates.
• Positive work‑life balance and access to Northern California’s natural beauty.

Organization Details

Sutter Coast Hospital is a community‑based, not‑for‑profit facility located in Crescent City, Del Norte County, California. It serves both California and parts of Oregon, offering 24/7 emergency care, general surgery, birthing services, ICU, inpatient and outpatient clinics, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation. The hospital is part of the Sutter Health network and collaborates with a local volunteer board to align its mission with community needs.

Community Information

Crescent City and Del Norte County offer a serene coastal environment, with beautiful redwoods, ocean views, and nearby attractions such as the Northcoast Marine Mammal Center and Ocean World aquarium. The area is known for its outdoor recreation, including the Yurok Loop Trail and Smith River walks, making it an appealing place to live and work.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law.

Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter’s employment policies and practices.

Job Details

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care