Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Hospitalist Needed in IA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 50-day locum tenens assignment in Iowa. This position starts on Oct 27, 2025, and involves managing approximately 15 patients per day during 10-hour shifts from 12p to 10p. The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for rounding in a 14-bed ICU, handling 1-2 new encounters per shift, and performing consultations as needed. No procedural work is required.

Job Details

• Location: Iowa
• Facility Type: Hospital
• Start Date: Oct 27, 2025
• LOA: 50 days
• Provider Type Needed: Critical Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 12p to 10p, roughly 10 shifts a month

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage patient care for approximately 15 patients per day
• Conduct 1-2 new patient encounters per shift
• Provide consultations as necessary
• Collaborate with assigned RN to ensure high-quality patient care
• Utilize Epic EMR system to document patient interactions
• Maintain a professional and safe environment in a Trauma center ICU

Additional Information

• Must be certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Board certification in Internal Medicine required
• Must hold a valid Nurse Practitioner license in Iowa

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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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