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Physician Assistant / PA

Wickenburg, AZ · On-site

$90K - $122K/yr

Growing community with a casual, laid-back lifestyle and outdoor recreational activities from golf to hunting. Background Profile: * Family Nurse Practitioner / FNP, APRN, Physician Assistant, PA-C ...

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Physician Assistant / PA

Wickenburg, AZ

$90K - $122K/yr

Growing community with a casual, laid-back lifestyle and outdoor recreational activities from golf to hunting. Background Profile: * Family Nurse Practitioner / FNP, APRN, Physician Assistant, PA-C ...

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Physician Assistant / PA

Wickenburg, AZ

$90K - $122K/yr

Growing community with a casual, laid-back lifestyle and outdoor recreational activities from golf to hunting. Background Profile: * Family Nurse Practitioner / FNP, APRN, Physician Assistant, PA-C ...

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Nurse Manager

Fort Morgan, CO

$73K - $93K/yr

Nurse Manager An outstanding rural community hospital outside Fort Morgan, Colorado, is seeking a ... The area offers a relaxed, outdoor-focused lifestyle with a strong sense of community. It is a safe ...

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Registered Nurse

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$34.33 - $50/hr

Registered Nurse opportunity located near Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Seeking immediate hire with an ... Blue skies and sunshine 310 days out of the year, making the city an outdoor enthusiast's paradise ...

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Registered Nurse

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$34.33 - $50/hr

Registered Nurse opportunity located near Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Seeking immediate hire with an ... Blue skies and sunshine 310 days out of the year, making the city an outdoor enthusiast's paradise ...

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How much do outdoor nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for outdoor nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an outdoor nurse?

An outdoor nurse is a registered nurse who provides medical care in outdoor or remote settings, such as camps, wilderness expeditions, or disaster sites. These nurses are trained to handle a wide range of medical emergencies and routine care in environments where traditional medical facilities may not be available. They often work closely with other outdoor professionals to ensure the safety and well-being of participants. Outdoor nurses must be skilled in first aid, trauma care, and sometimes wilderness medicine. Their role is essential in ensuring that people can safely enjoy outdoor activities or respond effectively to emergencies in remote areas.

What unique challenges might an outdoor nurse face compared to a traditional clinical nurse?

Outdoor Nurses often work in environments with limited resources and unpredictable conditions, such as remote camps, outdoor events, or wilderness settings. This means they must be adaptable, resourceful, and confident in making autonomous decisions without immediate access to full medical facilities. Daily responsibilities can include providing first aid, managing emergencies, and educating groups on health and safety. Collaboration with outdoor guides, emergency responders, and event organizers is common, requiring strong communication skills. This role is ideal for nurses who thrive in dynamic, hands-on environments and value independence.

What is the difference between Outdoor Nurse vs Wilderness Nurse?

AspectOutdoor NurseWilderness Nurse
CertificationsRN license, Basic Life Support (BLS), First AidRN license, Wilderness First Responder (WFR), BLS
Work EnvironmentOutdoor settings, parks, camps, remote locationsRemote wilderness areas, backcountry, outdoor expeditions
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, outdoor event companiesOutdoor adventure companies, rescue organizations

Outdoor Nurses and Wilderness Nurses both work in outdoor environments and require similar certifications like RN licensure and BLS. However, Wilderness Nurses specialize in providing medical care in remote wilderness settings, often requiring additional wilderness-specific training like Wilderness First Responder. Both roles serve outdoor and adventure industries, but Wilderness Nurses focus more on backcountry and expedition medical support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an outdoor nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Outdoor Nurse, you need strong clinical assessment skills, emergency response experience, and a valid nursing license, often complemented by wilderness medicine certification. Familiarity with portable medical equipment, satellite communication devices, and electronic health record systems is typically required. Adaptability, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills in unpredictable outdoor environments. These competencies are essential to ensure effective patient care, safety, and rapid decision-making in settings far from traditional medical facilities.
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Infographic showing various Outdoor Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 59% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Neurosurgery ACNP Opening | Southeastern Idaho | Outdoor Lover's Dream

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Pocatello, ID • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Find adventure in the great outdoors of Idaho!

Portneuf Medical Group is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Neurosurgery Team. The ideal candidate is passionate about caring for patients and enjoys being part of a dynamic and growth-oriented organization. This opportunity is perfect for an experienced nurse practitioner or physician assistant with interest in working in surgery and clinic setting. PMG provides services to patients and communities in every corner of southeast Idaho. This is an excellent opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider who is committed to making a difference in the lives of those around them.

About the Position
  • Assist Neurosurgeons in the operating room and clinic
  • Assess, Plan, and Treat patients in coordination with the patient, family, and clinical team.
  • Operating Room experience as an ACNP or PA is required
  • Hospital Medical Group employed position
  • 205 bed hospital, including 20 ICU beds, Level II Trauma Center
  • Portneuf Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Mon-Thu 8am-5pm; Fri 8am-12pm
  • Daily Patient Average: 14-18 clinic patients, plus OR days
  • Excellent work + life balance
  • EMR: Epic
Candidate Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a team-oriented, down to earth, flexible, and friendly personality to keep up with this busy practice. Must have excellent organization, follow-up and communication skills for dealing with patients, their families, physicians and other healthcare providers.

  • Graduate from an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
  • Licensed in the state of Idaho as a PA or ACNP by the time of employment
  • DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
  • Idaho Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substance licensure by the time of employment
  • Current BLS and ACLS
  • Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
Recruitment Package may include
  • Base salary + wRVU production incentive
  • CME allowance
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
  • Relocation allowance
  • Residency stipend
  • Paid malpractice coverage
  • Health benefits + Retirement plan
  • Marketing + practice growth assistance
About Portneuf Medical Center

In a joint venture partnership with the Portneuf Health Trust, Ardent operates Portneuf Medical Center located in Pocatello, ID. The mission of Portneuf Medical Center is simple: World-class care, every patient, every time. Serving the healthcare needs of Eastern Idaho since 1907, Portneuf Medical Center strives to deliver a higher level of care and a healthier community as a 205-licensed-bed acute care facility that is home to a Level II Trauma Center and 20-bed ICU.

About Our Community

This is a unique opportunity to take advantage of the great outdoors in a town often referred to as the "Hidden Jewel of the Northwest" while pursuing your career goals. You can get a glimpse of the hospital and our services on our website www.portneuf.org/joinourteam.

  • Home to Idaho State University
  • Diversity of choice between public, private and charter school education
  • Within 3 hours of Sun Valley, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, The Grand Tetons, Boise and Salt Lake City, Utah
  • Premier fly fishing, skiing, hiking, biking and many outdoor adventures all nearby
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