Locum - Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Trauma Redding, CA

Locum Trauma Nurse Practitioner Surgery & Critical Care Redding, CA

Are you looking for a rewarding locum opportunity with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and the chance to work at a leading Level II Trauma Center? Join a dedicated team supporting trauma services in Redding, CA, with variable shifts and immediate start options. This role offers meaningful clinical experience, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment perfect for seasoned trauma providers.

Location: Mercy Medical Center, 2175 Rosaline Avenue, Redding, CA 96001

Start Date: 08/28/2026

End Date: Ongoing / as scheduled based on coverage needs

Shift: PM shift, 3:00 PM 1:00 AM

Hours/Week: Variable, based on schedule

Employment Type: Contract, locum

License/Certs: Active CA license required

Experience: Trauma/Critical Care experience preferred

Competitive hourly pay packages (rates negotiated upon application)

Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit

Medical benefits (W-2 included)

Robust referral bonus program

Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws

Travel, licensure, certification, and other reimbursements when applicable

Support from a dedicated team committed to your success

Perform patient history and physical exams for trauma patients

Make accurate assessments and diagnoses

Initiate and revise treatment plans within regulatory guidelines

Order and interpret diagnostic studies, labs, and imaging

Recognize urgent situations and institute life-saving interventions

Counsel patients and families on health management and discharge plans

Coordinate admissions, referrals, and follow-up care

Support surgical operations as needed, including first or second assist in trauma cases

Provide surgical assistance for procedures such as wound management, fracture reductions, and chest tube placements

Collaborate with trauma surgeons and multidisciplinary staff to deliver optimal patient outcomes

Active California NP license

Trauma or critical care experience (preferred)

Ability to perform first or second assist in surgeries (documented training or approved course completion)

Strong assessment and patient management skills

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Experience with robotic-assisted surgeries (da Vinci)

Certification in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) or similar

BLS certification

Join a reputable trauma service at a Level II Trauma Center in Redding, CA. The team manages approximately 20-25 ICU patients daily, supporting trauma, neuro-trauma, and critical care needs. The facility offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with opportunities to enhance your trauma expertise while providing vital patient care.

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