Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Hospital in Kentucky

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Glance Job Reference Id:

ORD-210395-NP-KY

Title:

NP Dates Needed:

ASAP -

Ongoing Shift Type:

Day Shift Assignment Type:

Inpatient Call Required:

Yes Board Certification Required:

Yes Job Duration:

Locums About the Facility This hospital in western Kentucky provides inpatient critical care services with dedicated ICU capabilities and established support systems. The facility maintains appropriate staffing, including nursing staff and medical assistants, to ensure quality patient care delivery. Anesthesia support is available on-site to assist with critical care management. About the Facility Location Western Kentucky offers a range of regional attractions, including outdoor recreation opportunities such as natural caverns, caves, and state parks. The area features year-round activities suited to varied interests, including equestrian culture, waterfront attractions, golf courses, and entertainment venues. Visitors and residents alike can explore the diverse recreational and cultural offerings found throughout the region. About the Clinicians Workday The clinician will provide critical care coverage during 12-hour day shifts with night call responsibilities, following a 7 days on and 7 days off rotation, and will remain within the ICU throughout each shift. Primary responsibilities include managing critically ill adult patients requiring intensive monitoring and performing ICU procedures as needed. The position requires board certification or demonstrated ICU experience, and the clinician will collaborate with nursing staff and medical assistants, with anesthesia support available on-site. An average of 2 call callbacks per night is expected as part of the call responsibilities.

Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD:

Variable Support Staff:

Nursing staff, medical assistants, and on-site anesthesia support

Patient Population:

Adults Location Type:

On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required:

Yes Government:

No Shift Times:

12-hour day shifts with night call; 7 days on and 7 days off schedule

Procedures Required:

ICU procedures as needed

CertificationsRequired:

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