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We are seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner specializing in Critical Care Medicine for a full-time locum tenens assignment in Maryland. This position starts Jan 26, 2026, and lasts 36 days, covering night shifts (6PM-6AM plus sign-out) in the CVS-ICU. The role focuses on post-operative cardiac and surgical patient care, with no OR responsibilities.Job...
Location:MD
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
We are seeking a Cardiology Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland. This opportunity starts on Jan 26, 2026, and offers flexible scheduling options, including 7am to 7pm shifts with choices such as Monday through Friday, 7on/7off, or 3-4 days per week. The Nurse Practitioner will manage the CVICU step-down...
Location:MD
Specialty:Cardiology Critical Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
We are seeking an experienced Neonatology Nurse Practitioner for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland. Starting Jan 5, 2026, this opportunity involves 6-8 twelve-hour shifts per month, with a mix of day and night coverage in a NICU at an academic institution. Candidates must have at least 2 years of NICU experience and be comfortable in a fast-paced...
Location:MD
Specialty:Neonatology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Locum tenens NP jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel nurse practitioners hold all the same qualifications as a permanent nurse practitioner, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in Maryland earn an average of $127,990 a year.
Nurse practitioners have full practice authority in Maryland. Full practice means that state law permits all NPs to evaluate, diagnose, order and interpret tests, initiate and manage treatments.
NPs in Maryland do not need to complete CE, but their national certification must be current, and if they prescribe controlled substances, they must take a two hour course on prescription of controlled substances.
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.