Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Internal Medicine Needed in TN

Job Description

We are seeking an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day assignment starting May 7, 2026, in Tennessee. This role involves making home health visits within apartment-style subsidized housing, working 8a-5p shifts. You will conduct comprehensive anchor visits to establish care plans and perform follow-up appointments, managing acute care needs and ensuring continuous patient support.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform home health visits within apartment-style subsidized housing, with an average travel radius of 30 minutes to 1-2 apartment buildings per day.
• Conduct 90-minute comprehensive anchor visits to build full patient care plans.
• Manage typically 30-minute follow-up appointments.
• Provide acute visits and follow-ups as key responsibilities.
• Dedicate the first hour of each day to administrative tasks and documentation.
• Ensure all charts are closed within two business days.
• For patient no-shows, utilize the time for documentation or attempt to fill the slot with another patient.
• Adhere to no-show and outreach protocols, including door knocking, immediate patient calls, checking common areas, and coordinating with property staff to locate patients or fill the slot.

Additional Information

• EMR: Athenahealth

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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