Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Critical Care in Cumming, GA

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Critical Care NP in Cumming, Georgia, 30041! About The Position JOB OVERVIEW Job Title : Critical Care NP / PA Job Type : Locum Tenens Location : Cumming, GA Service Setting : Hospital, ICU Coverage Type : Clinical Only Coverage Period : 11 / 01 / 2025 02 / 28 / 2026 Clinical Shift Schedule : 3 shifts weekly, 7p 7 : 30a COVERAGE DATES 11 / 01 / 2025 02 / 28 / 2026 Night shifts, 3 shifts per week (7p 7 : 30a) PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics : Adults, critically ill ICU patients Patient Volume / Census : 1015 ICU patients per APP per shift (with attending MD present) Admissions : Yes, new ICU admissions included Rounding : Yes, participation in multi-disciplinary ICU rounds Case Mix : General critical care / ICU FACILITY INFORMATION EMR System : Cerner Specialty Backup Available : Attending physicians on-site Support Staff Available : ICU nursing staff, multi-disciplinary team Reason for Coverage : Supplemental critical care coverage PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required : Yes Temporary Privileges Available : Yes Credentialing Timeline : TBD (case logs required for ICU procedures) COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance : Coverage not specified (local candidates preferred) REQUIRED PROCEDURES Central line insertions (CVLs, vascaths, introducers) Arterial line insertions Ongoing ICU patient assessments and interventions JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses : Valid national and Georgia state licensure required Board : For NPs, Acute Care certification required DEA : Not specified, assumed required for prescriptive authority Certifications : National certification as ACNP or PA Experience : Minimum 12 years as an APP in an ICU setting Other Qualifications : Proficiency with ICU procedures; case logs for credentialing DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Manage critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU setting Collaborate with attending physicians on care planning and updates Conduct patient assessments and implement interventions Order entry and documentation in Cerner EMR Interpret diagnostic tests and communicate findings Participate in multi-disciplinary ICU rounds each shift Perform central and arterial line insertions per credentialing requirements 1669597EXPTEMP Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment Design a lifestyle that suits your preferences and priorities, whether it's prioritizing travel, family time, or personal pursuits alongside your professional commitments. Explore entrepreneurial ventures in healthcare, such as locum tenens agencies or consulting services, leveraging your expertise and network gained from locum work. Explore new cities and regions, immersing yourself in different cultures while working. Extend your career or transition into semi-retirement by taking on locum roles, supplementing your retirement income while staying engaged in clinical practice. Provide essential healthcare services during crises, such as natural disasters or pandemics, contributing to emergency response efforts and community resilience.