Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Surgery - General/Other in Richland, WA

Nurse Practitioner | Surgery - General/Other
Location: Richland, WA
Employer: VieMed Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Trauma Surgery Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner – Richland, WA

Join a trauma surgery team in Richland, WA, with a 12-hour inpatient schedule and coverage needed for two weeks per month. This locum assignment offers weekly direct-deposit pay, comprehensive W-2 medical benefits, and the opportunity to support pediatric trauma surgery at a Level 3 Pediatric Trauma Center.

Quick Facts

• Location: Richland, WA
• Start Date: 10/16/2026
• End Date/Duration: Two weeks per month; specific January 2027 coverage dates include 01/04/2027–01/10/2027 and 01/18/2027–01/24/2027
• Shift: Inpatient, 12-hour shifts; 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Hours/week: Not specified; 12 hours per scheduled shift
• Employment Type: Locum tenens
• License/Certs: Active license or IMLC, DEA, board certified
• Experience: Trauma surgery advanced practice experience and demonstrated ability to perform pediatric surgeries

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00 per hour
• Competitive pay packages
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Comprehensive medical benefits for W-2 providers
• Robust referral bonus program
• 24/7 dedicated support team
• Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
• Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You’ll Do

• Provide inpatient advanced practice care as part of a trauma surgery team.
• Evaluate and manage trauma surgery patients.
• Consult on pediatric trauma and surgical cases.
• Perform pediatric surgeries within scope of training and privileges.
• Participate in surgical procedures, including endoscopic appendectomy when applicable.
• Collaborate with surgeons and other members of the care team.
• Provide coverage during assigned 12-hour day or night shifts.

What You Need

Required

• Current, active professional license or IMLC eligibility.
• DEA registration.
• Board certification.
• Demonstrated competence and comfort performing pediatric surgeries.
• Ability to cover either day or night 12-hour inpatient shifts.
• Availability for 7–14 scheduled shifts and two weeks of coverage per month.

Preferred

• Experience in trauma surgery and pediatric trauma care.
• Experience with endoscopic appendectomy procedures.

About the Assignment

This opportunity is with a leading facility in Richland, Washington, and supports a Level 3 Pediatric Trauma Center. Pediatric cases represent a limited portion of the overall volume, but providers must be comfortable and competent consulting on and participating in pediatric surgical cases.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife .

Benefits

Licensure -Certification - Travel and other reimbursements when applicable