Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Medicine Needed in MD

Job Description

We are seeking a Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 2-day assignment with our client in Maryland, starting Aug 8, 2026. This role involves night shifts from 7p to 7a, focusing on a mix of MICU and SICU cases. The provider will manage airways, perform central and arterial lines, intubate, and handle dialysis catheters, with a preference for experience in paracentesis and thoracentesis.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage mostly Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) cases, requiring strong airway skills.
• Handle some Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) cases.
• Perform central and arterial line insertions; other line skills are a plus.
• Conduct intubations, particularly during night shifts when the pulmonary critical care physician will not be on the unit.
• Insert dialysis catheters.
• Experience with paracentesis and thoracentesis is preferred.

Additional Information

• Work Site State: Maryland
• Shift Hours: 7p to 7a
• EMR: Cerner
• Must possess strong airway management skills.
• Ability to perform intubations is essential, especially on night shifts.

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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