Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Medicine Needed in Missouri

Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Medicine

  • ID: 224271A
  • Updated October 20th, 2026
Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Critical Care Medicine
Job Type Locum Tenens
State Missouri
Practice Setting Health System
Start Date 11/30/2026

We are seeking a Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for an engaging 117-day assignment in Missouri. This role involves managing pre- and post-operative patients, including ECMO cases, and overseeing responsibilities within the floor and CTICU during night shifts, from 1830 to 0700, with various dates available.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Manage pre- and post-operative patients.
  • Oversee ECMO cases.
  • Be responsible for care on the floor and within the CTICU.
  • Handle CTICU/MICU patient cases.


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
  • EMR: Epic
  • Setting: Inpatient
  • Call Schedule: No call required
  • Patients per Day: Anticipate a patient census of 8-12 daily, across floor and ICU
  • LOA: 117 Days
  • Staffing Mix: The team comprises 3 Cardiothoracic APPs during weekdays and 1 during weekends, with an attending surgeon always available


Benefits

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

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