Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine Needed in SD
- ID: 213939B
- Updated January 20th, 2026
- Job ID 213939B
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Emergency Medicine
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State SD
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 7 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in South Dakota. The role starts on Feb 7, 2026, and involves 24-hour shifts as the sole provider in the emergency department. This opportunity is ideal for Nurse Practitioners with rural ED and sole provider experience who are comfortable stabilizing patients for transfer and rounding in the ED.Job Details
- Location: South Dakota
- Start Date: Feb 7, 2026
- LOA: 7 days
- Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: 24-hour shifts, 8a - 8a
- Scheduled dates: Feb 7, 8, 9, 13, 16, 17, 18
Responsibilities and Duties
- Serve as the sole provider in the emergency department
- Round on patients in the ED
- Stabilize patients for transfer as needed
Additional Information
- Must hold a valid South Dakota license
- Required board certifications: Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Urgent Care
- Required certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Experience in rural ED settings and as a sole provider preferred
- EMR system: Other
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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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided