Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Critical Care
77 consultants•Atlanta, GA
•$100 - $125•Onsite
About The Position
This contract, on-site position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality patient care in a dynamic and fast-paced critical care environment. As a Locum NP/PA in Critical Care, you will collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to manage critically ill patients, perform comprehensive assessments, and implement evidence-based treatment plans. This role is ideal for associate-level practitioners who are eager to expand their clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes in a supportive, mission-driven setting.
Requirements
- Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician's Assistant (PA) license in the state of Georgia
- Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program
- Prior experience in critical care, intensive care, or acute care settings
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed
- Commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered care
- Must be board-certified
- ACLS & BLS required
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Critical Care (e.g., CCRN, ACNP-BC, or equivalent) is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive care to critically ill patients in the intensive care unit
- Perform thorough patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging studies
- Prescribe medications and monitor patient responses to treatment
- Collaborate with intensivists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care
- Document patient progress accurately and in a timely manner
- Participate in emergency response and resuscitation efforts as needed
- Educate patients and their families on care plans, procedures, and expected outcomes
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, protocols, and regulatory standards
- Support continuity of care during patient transfers, admissions, and discharges
- Perform daily rounds, new consults, admissions, discharges, advanced care planning /discussing end of life care /POLS
- Airway management, including endotracheal intubation, extraglottic device placement, and safe use of RSI medications
- Interpret ABGs, CXRs, ultrasounds, and chest CTs
Benefits
- Paid travel & lodging
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
