Nurse Practitioner Emergency Medicine

Where You’ll Work

Park Rapids, MN, with a population of approximately 4,300 residents is a city whose true heart is the heart of its people. Year in and year out, hundreds of volunteers are regularly involved in every level of keeping our community active, thriving, and inviting. It is a unique environment, and we think you will feel welcome right away. You will find an intriguing parade of charming contradictions here. For example, on one hand, everything feels like a step back in time. On the other hand, any technological convenience or amenity you need for business or recreation is available, including the state's fifth busiest jet airport. Although our population numbers just over 4,000, we count twenty doctors and eight dentists among them. We work hard. We enjoy life. And, our diverse backgrounds and common goals make Park Rapids what it is today, a place where you can come as you are... and be who you are.

CHI St. Joseph’s Health of Park Rapids part of CommonSpirit Health is an award-winning 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission we offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center hospitalist program testing surgery orthopedics rehabilitation and more so that you can experience better health.

Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health™, a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Emergency Medicine APP you will, serve as a critical lifeline in a close-knit Park Rapids, MN community, practicing broad-spectrum Emergency Medicine and utilizing your full skillset on diverse cases in a supportive department. This vital role offers an incredible opportunity to provide initial patient assessment, treatment, and stabilization for a vast, appreciative service area. You'll gain a high quality of life with a highly competitive compensation package and significantly lower cost of living compared to urban centers.

Every day you will, make a meaningful impact by providing essential care, fostering deeper patient connections, and reducing burnout within a supportive environment that values integrated care and continuous professional growth. Beyond the ER, you'll enjoy year-round outdoor recreation in Minnesota's pristine lakes country (fishing, boating, snowmobiling) and engage with a family-centric community known for excellent, well-supported schools and genuine friendliness, escaping the urban rush for serenity.

To be successful in this role you will, be a Board-Certified Emergency Medicine APP (NP/PA) with an indispensable skillset, driven by a desire for meaningful impact and less bureaucracy in your practice. You should thrive on challenging cases while valuing a collaborative medical environment and an integrated approach to patient well-being. Ideal candidates will embrace the financial freedom and unique lifestyle offered by Park Rapids, MN, balancing professional excellence with abundant outdoor activities and a strong community connection to build an extraordinary life.

Job Requirements

Required

• Successfully completed NP or PA degree program
• A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible
• BLS, PALS