Phys Asst Emergency Medicine

Baudette, MN:
Where Your Emergency Medicine Expertise is Essential, and 'The Walleye Capital of the World' Becomes Your Home.

Are you an Emergency Medicine APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) who thrives on critical care, values true community impact, and is looking for a place where your skills are truly indispensable? Are you also searching for a life that offers unparalleled outdoor adventure, a genuine sense of belonging, and a serene escape from the urban grind? Then look no further than Baudette, Minnesota
, where a uniquely rewarding future awaits.

CHI Lakewood Healthis is actively recruiting an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our well established hospital in Baudette, Minnesota. We serve residents from four counties, neighboring Canada, and tourists year‑round. We offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 emergency care, hospitalist program, testing, surgery, outpatient primary care, a care center, rehabilitation, and more. This position supports our busy ER‑Hospitalist program.

• Provide care to patients of all ages — children to geriatrics
• Emergency Room consults, triage and medical care
• Round, admit and manage health needs of patients with a significant range of complex and comorbid disease conditions
• Manage all inpatient care and provide prompt attention to all patients admitted to the hospital, including diagnosis, treatment, and performance of medical procedures within your scope of practice
• Collaborate and coordinate patient care with physicians, nursing, healthcare personnel, and care team members for patients in the hospital and ER
• Apply quality and process improvement practices to make the hospital safer and improve patient outcomes
• Work 24‑hour shifts (10–12 hours on‑site, remainder on call)

Responsibilities

• Patient Care:
  Diagnose and treat medical conditions; develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Communication:
  Effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams; foster a collaborative approach.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work with healthcare professionals and participate in interdisciplinary meetings.
• Quality Improvement:
  Engage in quality assurance initiatives and analyze clinical outcomes for improvement.
• Compliance:
  Adhere to ethical standards and stay informed about healthcare regulations.
• Continuous Learning:
  Stay updated on medical advancements and participate in ongoing education and training.

Imagine this:

Your Practice, Your Impact:

In Baudette, you are not just a member of a healthcare team; you are a lifeline for our community. As a vital Emergency Medicine APP, you'll be at the forefront of providing immediate, high‑quality care in our local emergency department. In a smaller, rural setting, your expertise means everything, directly shaping patient outcomes and providing crucial access to care that simply wouldn't exist without you.

• Serving a diverse patient population with a wide range of acute conditions, from hunting and fishing related injuries to medical emergencies, constantly challenging and expanding your clinical skill set.
• Operating with significant autonomy and responsibility
  , backed by a supportive and experienced team of physicians and nurses who recognize and value your critical role. You’ll be a key decision‑maker.
• Developing a unique understanding of community health needs
  , fostering a sense of continuity that is rare in larger ERs. You’ll likely see familiar faces, adding a personal dimension to your care.
• Building strong professional relationships not just within the hospital, but with local EMS, law enforcement, and other community partners. You’ll be part of a truly integrated emergency response system.
• Enjoying a manageable patient volume that allows for thorough, thoughtful care, mitigating burnout often associated with overwhelming urban emergency departments. We prioritize your well‑being.
• Making a direct and undeniable impact on a close‑knit community that deeply appreciates your presence and dedication, knowing you are a…