ED Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Emergency Department Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner  

 Grand River Health | Rifle, CO 

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What We Offer

• $72.00 hourly rate


• Additional shift differentials available 

Where You'll Be

Our facility is a Level 4 ED with robust staff serving 11 beds. Staff shifts include 2 physicians, 2 RNs & one swing, 2 ED techs & one swing. We do not have labor & delivery but do see 3-6 births per year. The workstation is not a nurse station: It is an area for providers, techs & RNs to collaborate and build a team atmosphere.

What You'll Do

Examine patients, perform comprehensive physical examinations and compiles patient medical data including health history and results of examinations.

• Works in collaboration with physicians to assess the physical needs of patients seen in the Emergency Department


• Orders, interprets and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians and other departments.


• Collaborates with hospitalists and specialists regarding transfers and admissions when appropriate. 


• Prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment.


• In addition to primary duties and responsibilities in the Emergency Department


• Participates in quality assurance planning, initiatives and improvement projects.


• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Who We're Looking For

• Active ACLS and PALS certifications are required upon hire and must be maintained throughout GRHD employment.


• ATLS certification is preferred but not required.


• 3 to 5 years working experience in an Emergency Department and/or clinical setting in a similar role preferred.

Physician Assistant:

• Requires graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.


• Active Colorado Physician Assistant licensure required.


• National Physician Assistant certification through NCCPA preferred.


• Master’s Degree in area of specialty preferred.

Nurse Practitioner:

• Requires active Colorado Licensure as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner in area of specialty based on RN licensure and Colorado authority for advanced practice.

What We Offer

We invest in our people because we believe happy employees create better patient experiences. As part of our team, you’ll have access to:

• Flexible spending accounts


• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual from day one


• Extended illness benefits (EIB)


• Optional 457 retirement plan


• Employee assistance programs, AFLAC, identity theft protection and pet insurance.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise

Why Grand River Health?

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital—we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care. As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines.

Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.