From the early years of forging a path in emergency medicine as a new grad to the complexities of compensation models and the enigmatic world of RVUs, Jenn Mayers shares the realities of working alongside stressed supervising physicians, managing soaring patient volumes, and tackling the burnout epidemic.

We discuss:

• Jenn's Early Years in Emergency Medicine, exploring the challenges faced by new grad nurse practitioners transitioning into emergency medicine
• Challenges of Direct Entry into Emergency Departments, and the feasibility and challenges of new graduates directly entering emergency medicine roles, especially in the context of varying backgrounds and skill sets.
• Compensation Models and RVUs: The intricacies of compensation models, specifically focusing on RVUs (Relative Value Units), and the complexities of accurately reflecting a practitioner's work, along with the need for transparency and clarity in these systems.
• Contributors to Burnout: The factors contributing to burnout, such as heavy patient volumes, insufficient staffing, and the lack of primary care support, highlighting the emotional toll and the need for self-care strategies among emergency NP and PA practitioners.
• Navigating Supervision Challenges: The dynamics between emergency NP/PA practitioners and supervising physicians, addressing stressors faced by physicians and the importance of fostering supportive and collaborative working relationships.

  
  

Jennifer Mayers is a Senior Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner.

Emergency Medicine NP & PA Workforce is hosted by Omar Nava, presented by Ivy Clinicians, and produced by Earfluence.

How can PAs excel in rural critical access hospital emergency departments? Our guest, Dr. Eric Holden, a seasoned Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant, will unveil a solution that combines his extensive experience and expertise.

We discuss:

• Dr. Holden's Unique Journey, from EMT training to a Doctorate in Health Sciences, and learn how it has shaped his expertise in emergency medicine.
• The Challenges of Rural EDs: Understand the distinct challenges and patient cases commonly encountered in rural critical access hospital emergency departments.
• Advanced Skills for Success: The essential advanced skills and procedures that PAs need to excel in rural settings, including intubation, cardioversion, and fracture reduction.
• Career Pathways for Aspiring PAs: Dr. Holden shares two distinct pathways for PAs to gain the necessary experience and training, whether through residencies or progressive clinical roles.
• The Role of CAQ in Emergency Medicine: Learn about the Certificate of Added Qualifications (CAQ) in emergency medicine and how it can elevate PAs' roles in rural healthcare, offering privileges similar to emergency medicine physicians.

  
  

Dr. Eric Holden is an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant and Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.

Emergency Medicine NP & PA Workforce is hosted by Omar Nava, presented by Ivy Clinicians, and produced by Earfluence.

Today host Omar Nava sits down with John Canion, an Emergency Medicine NP, to explore the multifaceted world of NP and PA training in the context of emergency medicine. John shares his inspiring journey to becoming an emergency medicine NP, having worked in various areas of nursing before finding his passion in the ER. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to the NP role and highlights the need for more standardized training programs for ER NPs and PAs.

Emergency Medicine NP & PA Workforce is hosted by Omar Nava, presented by Ivy Clinicians, and produced by Earfluence.