Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Medicine Needed in MO

Job Description

Our client in Missouri is seeking a Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 35-day assignment beginning Jul 6, 2026. This role involves night shifts from 1830-0700, focusing on critical care duties within the CTICU, MICU, and general floor work. Responsibilities include managing pre and post-operative patients, ECMO, and Impella 5.5 cases, with attending physicians present for support on specific days.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for documentation, with attending physicians present Wednesday and Thursday
• Manage pre and post-operative patients, including ECMO cases
• Oversee patients within the CTICU, MICU, and general floor
• Handle CT Surgery cases, including pre and post-operative floor work
• Experience with Impella 5.5 is required

Additional Information

• Required Board Certification: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
• EMR System: Epic

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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