Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in Connecticut

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment in Connecticut. The client is looking for coverage on Mondays and Fridays with 10-hour shifts, plus one Saturday or Sunday per month for four hours. In this outpatient role, you will manage primary care, family practice cases, and chronic disease management, including addressing potential substance abuse, comorbidities, and dual diagnoses within a community health patient population.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage primary care and family practice cases
• Provide chronic disease management, including diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol
• Conduct well visits and general check-ups
• Treat common ailments such as coughs, colds, and flu
• Address potential substance abuse, comorbidities, and dual diagnoses within a community health patient population

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine
• Other Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
• EMR: eClinicalWorks
• Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Call Schedule: No Call
• Patients per day: 20-24 (average 3 patients per hour, 20-minute visits)
• LOA: 60 Days
• Staffing Mix: Each provider works with a medical assistant, RN, and Behavioral Health specialist in a team setting, with on-site medical director assistance available

Benefits

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