PRN Advanced Practice Provider (Boone, NC)
About this role
Job Summary:
Mercy Urgent Care is excited to welcome an experienced PRN Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Boone, NC. In this vital role you will deliver top-tier medical care for non-life-threatening conditions to the residents of Watauga County and surrounding communities. If you're an Advanced Practice Provider looking to make a meaningful impact in a community-centered, mission-driven environment, we invite you to apply.
How You'll Contribute:
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages and genders with acute illnesses and minor injuries • Perform common urgent care procedures (suturing, splinting, wound care, I&D) in a fast-pace setting, order and interpret diagnostic tests • Actively engage in patient care, including conducting health exams, obtaining accurate medical histories, and maintaining detailed progress notes • Educate patients on treatment plans and follow-up, supporting continuity of care • Work closely with a collaborative care team to ensure high-quality care and smooth clinic operations
What You Bring:
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner program • Active North Carolina PA or FNP license • Current BLS or ACLS and PALS certifications • 1-2 years post-graduate experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care preferred • Strong clinical judgement, efficiency, and ability to work independently • Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset • Valid NC driver's license and robust computer skills
What We Offer:
• Competitive hourly rate with RVU incentives • Training and professional development opportunities • Referral Bonus Program • Work-life balance with flexible work schedules
About Mercy Urgent Care
Mercy Urgent Care is the only dedicated and mission-driven nonprofit urgent care network in the region. We carry a lineage of healthcare excellence established by the Sisters of Mercy since 1900. Our mission is simple: to provide excellent and compassionate health care to anyone who seeks our services, regardless of background or means. Here's your chance to be a part of this enduring legacy.