Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Critical Care

Description

This contract, on-site position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality patient care in a dynamic and fast-paced critical care environment.

As a Locum NP/PA in Critical Care, you will collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to manage critically ill patients, perform comprehensive assessments, and implement evidence-based treatment plans. This role is ideal for associate-level practitioners who are eager to expand their clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes in a supportive, mission-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to critically ill patients in the intensive care unit
• Perform thorough patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging studies
• Prescribe medications and monitor patient responses to treatment
• Collaborate with intensivists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care
• Document patient progress accurately and in a timely manner
• Participate in emergency response and resuscitation efforts as needed
• Educate patients and their families on care plans, procedures, and expected outcomes
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, protocols, and regulatory standards
• Support continuity of care during patient transfers, admissions, and discharges

Requirements

• Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician's Assistant (PA) license in the state of Georgia
• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program
• Certification in Critical Care (e.g., CCRN, ACNP-BC, or equivalent) is preferred
• Prior experience in critical care, intensive care, or acute care settings
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, patient-centered care

Schedule: 6p-7a or 6a-7p, weekday and weekend shifts available

Multiple facility locations

Patient Volume: 10-15 per day

Duties: Perform daily rounds, new consults, admissions, discharges, advanced care planning /discussing end of life care /POLS

Procedures: Airway management, including endotracheal intubation, extraglottic device placement, and safe use of RSI medications

Will interpret ABGs, CXRs, ultrasounds, and chest CTs

Support Staff: RNs, care coordinators, consultant groups

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

ACLS & BLS required

Paid travel & lodging