Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Neurosurgery

77 consultants•Longmont, CO

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

A respected healthcare organization in Longmont, CO is seeking an experienced Locum Tenens NP or PA to support its Neurosurgery team. This role involves providing advanced practice support to neurosurgeons in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The position requires conducting pre-operative and post-operative evaluations, follow-up visits, and patient education. Responsibilities also include assisting with hospital rounds, consults, and care coordination for neurosurgical patients, as well as managing acute and chronic neurosurgical conditions under physician supervision. The NP/PA will perform procedures within scope, such as wound care, suture removal, and drain management, and must document patient encounters accurately and maintain compliance with facility standards. Collaboration with surgeons, nurses, care coordinators, and ancillary staff is essential to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

Active NP or PA license with ability to practice in Colorado
National certification (AANP/ANCC for NP; NCCPA for PA)
Must be board-certified
Current DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
Strong assessment, procedural, and critical‑thinking skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment

Nice To Haves

Prior neurosurgery or surgical specialty experience strongly preferred
DEA and BLS preferred

Responsibilities

Provide advanced practice support to neurosurgeons in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Conduct pre‑operative and post‑operative evaluations, follow‑up visits, and patient education.
Assist with hospital rounds, consults, and care coordination for neurosurgical patients.
Manage acute and chronic neurosurgical conditions under physician supervision.
Perform procedures within scope (e.g., wound care, suture removal, drain management).
Document patient encounters accurately and maintain compliance with facility standards.
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, care coordinators, and ancillary staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Post-op appointments, inbasket management, and OR assistance.