Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Medicine Needed in MD

Job Description

Our client in Maryland is seeking a Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for an impactful 30-day assignment starting August 17, 2026. This vital role involves providing 12-hour independent night ICU coverage from 7pm to 7am, managing a diverse mixed ICU unit with a focus on medical and some surgical patients, and ensuring comprehensive patient care throughout the night.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage a mixed ICU, primarily handling medical patients with some surgical cases, including carotids, aneurysms, breast flaps, and sick general surgery patients.
• Maintain an average census of 5 patients, with potential to manage up to 10 patients on the high end.
• Consult with the step-down unit, which is managed separately.
• Operate as the sole advanced practice provider on the unit, with a physician on call who generally will not need to return to the facility at night.
• Perform A-line and C-line placements.
• Intubation and chest tube placements are a plus, but not required, as anesthesia is in-house at night.
• Care for a large population of elderly and palliative care patients, due to the community served.

Additional Information

• EMR: Cerner

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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