Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in Indiana

We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 78-day assignment in Indiana. The role involves a rotating schedule with three 12-hour shifts per week, from 7:45 AM to 8:15 PM, including weekends. This position focuses on providing comprehensive urgent care to patients with conditions such as respiratory and gastrointestinal issues, minor infections, sprains, cuts, and performing diagnostic procedures like X-rays and lab tests.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage respiratory infections including colds, flu, bronchitis, sinus infections, and sore throats.
• Address gastrointestinal issues such as mild stomach viruses, food poisoning, and dehydration.
• Treat infections like urinary tract infections (UTIs), ear infections, and pink eye (conjunctivitis).
• Evaluate and treat minor rashes, insect bites, and localized skin infections.
• Assess and manage mild to moderate sprains and strains.
• Suture minor cuts and lacerations.
• Treat minor or small-area first- and second-degree burns.
• Diagnose simple, non-displaced fractures or broken fingers and toes.
• Perform basic imaging for sprains or simple breaks via X-rays.
• Conduct rapid lab tests for strep, flu, COVID-19, or basic urine tests.
• Administer tetanus shots, provide basic wound care, and prescribe medications.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Urgent Care
• Other Required Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• EMR: Cerner
• Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Patients per day: 45
• LOA: 78 Days

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities