Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting on Aug 11, 2025. This full-time role involves day shifts from Monday to Friday, with responsibilities including sick calls, rounding, and preventive care in a medium security correctional facility.

Job Details

• Location: Pennsylvania
• Start Date: Aug 11, 2025
• LOA: 60 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct sick calls and patient rounding
• Manage chronic and preventative care procedures and follow-ups
• Operate preventative care clinics
• Perform infirmary rounds for internal medicine cases during emergencies
• Provide trauma triage
• Ensure accurate charting notes and medication refills
• Address medication non-compliance issues with patients
• Handle morning PA/NP lines including suture removal and follow-ups

Additional Information

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Experience in correctional facilities is a plus
• Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania

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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