Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner at Centra Medical Group — Lynchburg, Virginia, US
- Company: Centra Medical Group
- Location: Lynchburg, Virginia, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Centra Health | Central Virginia
Join Centra Health's growing Emergency Medicine team and practice across four community-centered hospitals in beautiful Central Virginia. We are seeking experienced Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioners to help serve patients at:
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Lynchburg General Hospital (Level II Trauma Center)
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Bedford Memorial Hospital
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Centra Gretna Medical Center
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Centra Southside Community Hospital (Farmville)
Lynchburg General Hospital sees approximately 70,000 annual ED visits and features 54 emergency beds, advanced stroke and acute MI certification programs, and a newly completed behavioral health emergency space. A brand-new Emergency Department is currently under construction and will include 71 treatment bays, trauma bays, advanced imaging, observation integration, and dedicated psychiatric emergency care space.
Providers maintain a primary practice location while rotating among all four facilities, offering variety and collaboration within a supportive health system.
What We Offer
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Competitive compensation starting at $144,000 annually
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Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
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Up to $3,500 CME allowance
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Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
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403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans with immediate employer match
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
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Physician-led, provider-focused culture
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Clinical advancement opportunities through LEAPP (Leadership, Excellence, Advocacy, Professional Growth, and Professionalism)
Why Centra?
Centra Health is a nonprofit, provider-led healthcare system serving more than 600,000 Virginians through:
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4 hospitals
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5 regional medical centers
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70+ physician practices
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500+ physicians and advanced practice providers
Our culture values integrity, collaboration, respect, diversity, and innovation. Providers are encouraged to contribute ideas, grow professionally, and have a meaningful voice within the organization.
About Lynchburg, Virginia
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lynchburg offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation. Enjoy hiking the Appalachian Trail, biking Blackwater Creek Trail, boating at Smith Mountain Lake, local arts and entertainment, and family-friendly community events year-round.
Whether you prefer historic homes, suburban neighborhoods, waterfront living, or downtown lofts, Central Virginia offers diverse and affordable housing options in a welcoming community.
Responsibilities
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Perform comprehensive patient assessments, histories, and physical exams
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Diagnose, treat, and manage emergency and urgent care patients
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Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams
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Complete admissions, discharge summaries, and progress documentation
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Provide patient and family education and support
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Coordinate follow-up care, discharge planning, and treatment recommendations
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Serve as a patient advocate while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care
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Participate in weekend rotations and departmental initiatives as needed
Qualifications
Required Education
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Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Required Experience
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Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Department and/or Urgent Care experience
Licensure & Certifications
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Current Virginia Nurse Practitioner license with prescriptive authority
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Active Virginia RN license or multistate privilege
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National board certification in specialty area
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Current BLS and ACLS certifications
Equal Opportunity Employer
Centra Health is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
Be yourself. Be a partner with Centra.
Contact Information liz.ballard@centrahealth.com