ECU Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Emergency Department team at ECU Health North Hospital in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced professionals looking to advance their careers within a growing, physician-led healthcare system while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance in a welcoming community. For those exploring healthcare options and career paths in Roanoke Rapids, ECU Health provides a network of services and a strong community presence. While this specific role is in the Emergency Department, understanding the broader healthcare landscape, including patient experiences and local reviews, is crucial for both job seekers and community members alike.
Join a Leading Emergency Department Team
ECU Health North Hospital offers a dynamic and supportive environment within its 26-bed Emergency Department. The department is staffed by a collaborative team of 8 physicians and 4 advanced practice providers, ensuring comprehensive patient care. This full-time position features a schedule of (14) 10-hour shifts per month, allowing for significant time off to enjoy personal pursuits and the surrounding Roanoke Rapids area. The hospital provides 24-hour hospitalist and radiology coverage, and a full scope of services, including General Surgery, OBGYN, Orthopedics, and more, ensuring a broad range of patient cases and learning opportunities. Furthermore, strong air and ground support facilitates immediate transfers to ECU Health Medical Center, a Level 1 Trauma Center in Greenville, NC, for critical cases.
Advance Your Career with ECU Health Physicians
Employment is with ECU Health Physicians, a respected and expansive physician group that is part of a growing 9-hospital healthcare system. ECU Health is committed to a physician-led model, fostering a collaborative and supportive professional environment. This structure offers numerous opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the larger ECU Health network. The position at ECU Health North Hospital provides hospital privileges within a 204-bed community hospital, offering a balance of community connection with the resources of a larger system. ECU Health’s integrated system promotes shared leadership and services, ensuring alignment across clinical care, research, education, and strategic initiatives.
Roanoke Rapids: A Community Offering Exceptional Quality of Life
Roanoke Rapids, nestled in northeastern North Carolina near the Virginia border, presents an attractive locale for both personal and professional fulfillment. The area is known for its affordability and family-friendly atmosphere, making it an ideal place to establish roots. For outdoor enthusiasts, Roanoke Rapids is a haven, offering close proximity to Lake Gaston, a sprawling 20,000-acre lake perfect for fishing, boating, and watersports. The Roanoke River also provides ample opportunities for recreation and exploration.
The community boasts a desirable climate with four distinct seasons and mild winters, perfect for year-round outdoor activities. Residents enjoy access to golf courses, community theater, parks, and a variety of community and state parks. Roanoke Rapids offers a range of living options, from charming downtown residences to more rural lakeside properties, catering to diverse preferences. Furthermore, its convenient location halfway between Raleigh, NC, and Richmond, VA, and proximity to three international airports (Raleigh, Richmond, or Norfolk) provides easy access to urban amenities and travel. This combination of professional opportunity and lifestyle appeal makes Roanoke Rapids and ECU Health North Hospital an excellent choice for healthcare professionals seeking a balanced and rewarding career and life.
Comprehensive Benefits and Support
ECU Health offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, recognizing the value and dedication of its healthcare professionals. Relocation assistance is also available to support those moving to the Roanoke Rapids area. Applicants for this Emergency Department position will need to hold BLS certification from the American Heart Association and have two years of Emergency Medicine experience as a Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. ECU Health is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and values candidates who contribute to a welcoming and equitable environment.
For further details regarding this exciting opportunity to join ECU Health in Roanoke Rapids, please contact Fran Arrowood at 252-382-3971 or via email at [email protected].
