Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist Needed in DC

Job Description

Our client in DC is seeking a dedicated Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment starting Sep 14, 2026. This role involves working within a collaborative hospitalist staffing model, providing essential patient care, and contributing to a Trauma Center with a closed ICU. You will manage a diverse patient population, assisting with various cases across 136 med/surg beds and 20 ICU beds, ensuring comprehensive coverage primarily during night shifts from 7p-7a.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work within a hospitalist staffing model, including 2 MD Day shifts (7a-7p), 1 APP Day shift (7a-7p), and 1 MD Night shift (7p-7a).
• Provide comprehensive patient care in a Level III Trauma Center.
• Manage a patient load across 136 med/surg beds, with potential expansion to 184 beds, and 20 ICU beds.
• Operate within a closed ICU environment where 24-hour MD coverage is provided by Intensivists who manage all ICU care and procedures.
• Perform duties primarily during 7p-7a shifts.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
• EMR: Cerner

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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