Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Pediatrics - General/Other in Louisiana

About The Position We are seeking an Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in pediatric cardiology for a 90‑day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana. This role begins on Feb 1, 2026, and features both day and night shifts, including consecutive weekday and weekend coverage. The nurse practitioner will collaborate directly with pediatric cardiac intensivists to manage pediatric CVICU patients, coordinate care plans, and cover additional cardiology patients on the pediatric acute floor as needed. Job Details Location: Louisiana Start Date: Feb 1, 2026 LOA: 90 days Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Schedule: Day shifts: Monday–Friday 7am–8pm (includes handoff time); Saturday & Sunday 7am–8pm 4–7 consecutive shifts Night shifts: Monday–Friday 5pm–8am (includes handoff time); Saturday & Sunday 7pm–8am Maximum 4 consecutive shifts Responsibilities and Duties Collaborate directly with pediatric and pediatric cardiac intensivists to establish and implement care plans for pediatric CVICU patients Manage new admissions and perform patient rounding with a multidisciplinary team Respond to frontline calls during assigned shifts Provide coverage for cardiology patients (typically 2–5) on the pediatric acute floor as needed Ensure high standards of care and adherence to clinical protocols Document clinical findings and interventions accurately Additional Information Louisiana nurse practitioner license required (will wait for license) Board certification as an Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP‑AC) required BLS and PALS certifications required Experience in pediatric CVICU and pediatric cardiology preferred Must be board certified Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A‑rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC