Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Needed in TX

Job Description

Barton is seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity starts as early as Dec 8, 2025, and covers day and evening shifts with a mix of weekdays and weekends in a PICU setting. The role involves managing post-operative pediatric patients and requires experience in pediatric cardiology and critical care procedures. 

Job Details

• Location: Texas
• Start Date: Dec 8, 2025
• LOA: 30 days
• Provider Type Needed: Nurse Practitioner -Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
• Schedule: Monday–Friday 7am–8pm, weekends 8am–9pm; 8–14 shifts per 4-week block; must be available for days, nights, and weekends

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide medical care for pediatric patients in the cardiac intensive care unit (CICU)
• Manage post-operative cardiothoracic cases
• Perform procedures including arterial, central venous, and chest tube placement, endotracheal intubation, lumbar puncture, and needle thoracentesis
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Document care and procedures using Epic EMR

Additional Information

• One year of pediatric cardiology experience required; post-operative cardiothoracic experience preferred
• Experience with advanced critical care procedures desired
• Required board certifications: Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC)
• Must hold a valid Texas license

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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