Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in Indiana

Our client in Indiana seeks an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day assignment. This role involves a rotating schedule, including weekends, with three 12-hour shifts per week from 7:45am-8:15pm. The successful candidate will manage a diverse range of urgent care needs, including respiratory infections, gastrointestinal issues, various infections, skin concerns, sprains, cuts, burns, and fractures, while also performing X-rays, lab tests, and treatments.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assess and treat respiratory infections such as colds, flu, bronchitis, sinus infections, and sore throats.
• Manage gastrointestinal issues including mild stomach viruses, food poisoning, and dehydration from vomiting or diarrhea.
• Address various infections, including urinary tract infections (UTIs), ear infections, and pink eye (conjunctivitis).
• Evaluate and treat skin concerns such as minor rashes, insect bites, and localized skin infections.
• Provide care for sprains and strains, including mild to moderate joint or muscle injuries.
• Treat minor cuts and lacerations that may require stitches or staples.
• Manage minor or small-area first- and second-degree burns.
• Address simple, non-displaced fractures or broken fingers and toes.
• Perform basic imaging, including X-rays for sprains or simple breaks.
• Conduct rapid lab tests for conditions like strep, flu, COVID-19, or basic urine tests.
• Administer treatments such as tetanus shots, basic wound care, and prescription medications.

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Urgent Care
• EMR: Cerner
• Requirements: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
• Patients per shift: 45
• LOA: 120 Days

Benefits

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