Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Urgent Care
About The Position
This is a contract, on-site role in a fast-paced urgent care setting. The Locum Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant delivers high-quality, patient-centered care to people presenting with acute illnesses and injuries. The role works closely with the clinical team to support patient flow, accurate documentation, and continuity of care while maintaining high standards of medical practice. The schedule is three shifts per week, including weekday shifts from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and weekend shifts from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is no call requirement. The daily patient volume is approximately 30. The practice uses Cerner and is switching to Epic. Travel and expenses are paid.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure in Indiana.
- Board certification from the appropriate national certifying body: ANCC or AANP for Nurse Practitioners, or NCCPA for Physician Assistants.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple patients efficiently in a high-volume setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and team members.
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems.
- Commitment to patient safety, quality of care, and regulatory compliance.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work across different urgent care locations and schedules.
- Must be board-certified.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients with acute and urgent medical conditions.
- Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations and assessments.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
- Diagnose conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Prescribe medications and educate patients about treatment and self-care.
- Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting, as appropriate.
- Document patient encounters accurately and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Refer patients to specialists or higher levels of care when clinically indicated.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff to coordinate patient care.
- Follow clinical protocols and infection-control and safety standards.
Benefits
- Paid travel and expenses.
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