Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in PA
- ID: 208316B
- Updated July 31st, 2025
- Job ID 208316B
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State PA
- Practice Setting Correctional Facility
- Duration 60 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Sep 2, 2025. This role involves day shifts, Monday through Friday, and includes comprehensive responsibilities ranging from sick calls and daily infirmary rounds to managing physical and emergency consults.Job Details
- Location: Pennsylvania
- Start Date: Sep 2, 2025
- LOA: 60 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm
- Required Board Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
Responsibilities and Duties
- Conduct sick calls and manage daily infirmary rounds
- Perform rounding in restricted housing units once per week
- Handle physicals, emergency, and admissions consults
- Manage common conditions such as cold, cough, flu, and perform sutures and splinting
- Responsible for charting and reviewing EMR queues
- Review lab results and x-rays
Additional Information
- Corrections experience is considered 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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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