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Emergency Medicine Coastal Acute Care Provider
Job Location:
Job Location:
Islamorada, FL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 155000 - 165000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
5 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
2 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Emergency Medicine Coastal Acute Care Provider (NP/PA)
Company: HireNow Staffing (Direct Placement Partner)
HireNow Snapshot
HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned highly skilled Emergency Medicine Coastal Acute Care Provider (NP/PA) to join one of our valued client partners. This full-time 1099 independent contractor opportunity is ideal for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a strong emergency medicine background who thrives in autonomous clinical environments while collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality emergency care across two modern community emergency departments located near Islamorada in the Florida Keys. This position offers an exceptional combination of clinical autonomy flexible scheduling competitive compensation and the opportunity to practice medicine in one of the nations most desirable coastal communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently evaluate diagnose and treat patients presenting with emergent and urgent medical conditions.
- Perform comprehensive physical assessments and formulate evidence-based treatment plans.
- Stabilize critically ill or injured patients while collaborating with emergency physicians and clinical staff.
- Perform common emergency department procedures within scope of practice.
- Order interpret and analyze laboratory studies diagnostic imaging and other clinical testing.
- Document patient encounters accurately using Cerner Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Manage patient flow efficiently while maintaining exceptional standards of quality and patient safety.
- Coordinate care with physicians specialists nursing staff EMS personnel and ancillary departments.
- Respond rapidly to changing patient conditions while exercising sound clinical judgment.
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies regulatory standards and emergency medicine best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Active Florida NP or PA license or eligibility to obtain licensure before employment.
- Minimum two (2) years of recent Emergency Medicine experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.
- Current certifications in:
- ACLS
- BLS
- PALS
- ATLS
- Experience practicing independently within an Emergency Department.
- Strong clinical decision-making and emergency assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- U.S.-based applicants only.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three or more years of Emergency Department APP experience.
- Experience practicing within community hospitals or critical access emergency departments.
- Previous Cerner EMR experience.
- Experience managing a broad range of emergency medical conditions across adult and pediatric populations.
- Strong procedural skills and comfort working in lower-volume emergency settings requiring independent clinical judgment.
- Demonstrated history of excellent patient satisfaction and quality outcomes.
- Stable employment history demonstrating long-term commitment and career progression.
HireNow Package
Compensation: $155000$165000 annually (approximately $85/hour 1099 Independent Contractor)
Benefits & Work Location:
- Full-Time 1099 Independent Contractor
- Work Location: Onsite Near Islamorada Florida Keys
- Flexible 12:00 PM8:00 PM shift schedule
- Practice across two modern emergency departments
- Collaborative physician support
- Coastal lifestyle with world-class boating fishing diving and outdoor recreation
- Applicant Requirements: U.S.-based applicants only. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
HireNow Checklist
HireNow Staffing is recruiting an Emergency Medicine Coastal Acute Care Provider (NP/PA) who demonstrates the following:
- Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program.
- Possesses an active Florida NP or PA license (or eligibility).
- Has at least two years of recent Emergency Medicine APP experience.
- Maintains current ACLS BLS PALS and ATLS certifications.
- Demonstrates exceptional emergency assessment diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
- Excels in independent clinical decision-making while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Communicates professionally with patients families physicians and healthcare staff.
- Meets all required qualifications while demonstrating several preferred qualifications.
HireNow Standout Candidates
Candidates will receive the strongest consideration if they demonstrate:
- Extensive Emergency Department Advanced Practice experience.
- Strong procedural competency across diverse emergency presentations.
- Previous experience utilizing Cerner EMR.
- Excellent patient flow management and time-management skills.
- Consistent delivery of high-quality patient-centered emergency care.
- Strong teamwork professionalism and clinical leadership.
- Stable employment history demonstrating long-term career growth and increasing clinical responsibility.
HireNow Disqualifiers
The following will prevent candidates from moving forward in the hiring process:
- Jumpy resumes will not be accepted or interviewed.
- Less than two years of recent Emergency Medicine APP experience.
- Missing required ACLS BLS PALS or ATLS certifications.
- No active Florida NP or PA license (or inability to obtain one).
- No Emergency Department clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Provider.
- Applicants requiring employment sponsorship.
- Candidates who do not meet the core qualifications required for this position.
HireNow Staffing Disclaimer
HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Emergency Medicine Coastal Acute Care Provider (NP/PA) opportunity. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview. Client-specific information will be shared only with qualified candidates during the interview process.
