CentraCare·Long Prairie, Minnesota
The Advanced Practice Provider will deliver direct patient care by evaluating and treating patients of all ages in an acute emergency setting. This role involves working collaboratively with emergency physicians while maintaining high standards of clinical practice and regulatory compliance.
Variety in practice setting | Fast-paced care in rural Emergency Rooms | Supportive Team
CentraCare’s Emergency Department is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver high-quality, direct patient care in our Western Region Emergency Departments in Long Prairie, Melrose, Paynesville and Sauk Centre. This role involves evaluating and treating patients of all ages in an acute care setting, utilizing advanced assessment skills while practicing within established protocols and regulatory standards.
APPs enjoy meaningful day-to-day clinical independence while collaborating closely with emergency physicians as part of a supportive, team-based environment. This is an excellent opportunity to practice at the top of your license and make a real impact in community-focused emergency departments.
• Previous experience as a provider in Emergency Department, Urgent Care, Family Medicine and Walk-in Clinic
CentraCare, a leading not-for-profit health system and one of the largest providers of rural care, serves patients across Central, West Central, and Southwestern Minnesota. It delivers nationally recognized care through 40+ medical and surgical specialties, innovative population health programs, and a collaborative physician–administration leadership model. CentraCare’s Long Prairie, Melrose, and Sauk Centre locations are Level IV trauma centers and critical access hospitals with family medicine clinics, advanced imaging, and comprehensive outpatient services. Each serves a welcoming, family-friendly community surrounded by parks, lakes, and abundant recreational opportunities.
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CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program and be eligible for Minnesota licensure. Previous experience in emergency departments, urgent care, or family medicine is preferred.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Minnesota often draw steady demand in settings that need licensed clinicians who can work independently and cover multiple sites. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, current NP licensure with prescriptive authority, board certification, prior NP experience, and the ability to travel extensively. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm travel expectations and specialty alignment before applying.
