Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital – Ridgecrest, California

Job Summary

• Occupation: Nurse Practitioner

• Specialty: Emergency Department

• Salary: $80.00 –$105.00 / hour

• Working Hours: 36 hours/week (Full-Time)

• Shifts: 3 x 12-hour shifts (11:00 AM – 11:00 PM)

• On-Call: No

• Degree Required: Graduate of an accredited NP program; CA NP license required

• Position Type: Full Time

• Work Environment: Hospital – Emergency Department

• Location: 93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States

• Visa Sponsorship: No

Job Description

We are seeking Emergency Department Nurse Practitioners to join our team at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. This is a full-time position in our Emergency Department, working three 12-hour shifts per week.

The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of direct ED or Urgent Care experience and will be skilled in managing acute and complex patient cases. NPs in this role will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and the ED team to provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary and emergency care for patients of all ages in accordance with standardized procedures.

• Obtain health histories, perform physical examinations, and assess/manage physical and psychosocial problems.

• Develop diagnostic, therapeutic, and teaching plans that include preventive health.

• Manage emergency cases effectively and coordinate specialty referrals as needed.

• Provide patient education, counseling, and family planning/STD counseling services.

• Perform gynecologic screenings, diagnostic exams, and minimal prenatal care.

• Assess and counsel individuals and families with mental health concerns.

• Prescribe and adjust medications within the formulary, order diagnostic studies, and review laboratory and radiologic data for follow-up.

• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.

• Participate in NP meetings, special projects, and community health initiatives.

• Demonstrate age-appropriate care skills across the patient population.

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, ethical standards, and the RRH Code of Conduct.

• Establish and maintain a respectful and harassment-free work environment.

Collaborative Teamwork

This role involves working closely with physicians, nurses, and ED staff to deliver effective, patient-focused emergency services while contributing to a supportive and collaborative hospital culture.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

• Active California NP license

• Minimum 2 years Emergency Department or Urgent Care NP experience (required)

• DEA registration for prescribing authority

• Strong diagnostic and treatment skills across a wide range of acute conditions

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to Service Excellence standards in patient and family care

Benefits You'll Enjoy

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• 403B with Employer Match

• Life Insurance

• Flex Spending – Health Care & Dependent Care

• Employee Assistance Program

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Sick and Vacation Time

• Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance

Welcome To RRH

Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and a comprehensive network of services supported by more than 860 employees.

Our organization operates five primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilities—allowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine Award in both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH also maintains an established physician well-being program.

Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our community’s health and the well-being of those who care for them.
About Ridgecrest

Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of LA. Affordable and safe, it’s been voted as the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, it is near the Sierra Mountains and full of natural wonders, outdoor activities, and sunshine.

Our hospital is close to Mammoth Ski Area, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley. Learn more About Ridgecrest and the Outdoor Activities around it.