Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Neurocritical Care Needed in AR

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Neurocritical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 14-day locum tenens assignment in Arkansas. This opportunity begins on Dec 14, 2025, and involves providing nighttime coverage in a 28-bed Neuro ICU with 12-hour shifts from 7p to 7a. The candidate will manage critical and high-acuity patients, including cases of stroke, brain and head trauma, aneurysm, and encephalitis. This assignment is suitable for advanced practice professionals who are skilled in neurocritical care and comfortable working independently in a high-acuity intensive care environment.

Job Details

• Location: Arkansas
• Start Date: Dec 14, 2025
• LOA: 14 days
• Provider Type Needed: Neurocritical Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Night shifts, 7p-7a; specific dates: Dec 14-15, Dec 17, Dec 20-25, Dec 27-31

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide nighttime coverage for a Neuro ICU
• Manage and monitor critical and high-acuity patients
• Oversee care for patients with stroke, brain/head trauma, aneurysm, and encephalitis
• Perform timely assessments and initiate appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Ensure accurate documentation and follow clinical protocols

Additional Information

• Must have critical care experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) certification required
• Must hold or be eligible for licensure in Arkansas

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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