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

Job Description

Our client in Texas is actively seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Critical Care Medicine for a 24-day assignment starting Jun 1, 2026. This role involves a 1.5 FTE schedule covering a Peds CICU, with typical shifts Monday-Friday 7 AM to 8 PM and weekends 8 AM to 9 PM. You will manage congenital and acquired heart disease patients, including those requiring heart transplant management and ventricular assist device placement.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide 1.5 FTE coverage in a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU).
• Manage patients with congenital and acquired heart disease in both pre and post-operative periods.
• Oversee medical management for a diverse patient population within a CICU and step-down acute care cardiology unit.
• Care for patients referred for heart failure management, including ventricular assist device placement and heart transplantation.

Additional Information

• Board Certifications required in Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine.
• Experience with Epic EMR system.
• Typical shifts are Monday-Friday 7 AM to 8 PM, with weekend shifts from 8 AM to 9 PM.

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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