Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Lufkin, TX

Nurse Practitioner | Other
Location: Lufkin, TX
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Nurse Practitioner
• Specialty: NP - Other
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Lufkin, Texas
• Facility: Woodland Heights Medical Center
• Health System: SCP Health - Locums
• Coverage Period: Oct 01, 2026 – Ongoing
• Shift Schedule: NPPA shifts: 9a-9p, 1p-1a (Tues-Sun); 9a-9p, 1p-1a, 12p-10p (Mon)
• Hours Per Shift:
• Shifts Per Week:
• Number of Positions: 2
• Reason for Coverage: Coverage
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

• Average Daily Volume: 78 patients per day
• Case Mix: Emergency medicine, fast track

• No. of Beds in Department: 12 ED beds and fast track beds
• EMR System: Medhost
• Specialty Backup Available: 24-hour physician coverage

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 60 days
• Temporary Privileges Available: No

• Board: BC/BE in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Surgery (ABEM, AOBEM, ABFM, ABIM, ABPS accepted); for FNP: ANCC or AANP
• Licenses: Active Texas license required
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, BLS required
• Experience: Residency completion required

• Provide comprehensive emergency care to patients in the ED and fast track.
• Perform medical evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment under supervision of attending physicians.
• Manage patient volume of approximately 78 patients per day with support of 24/7 physician coverage.
• Participate in shift coverage including 9a-9p, 1p-1a, 12p-10p as scheduled.
• Collaborate with MDs, APPs, and nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.