Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Nurse Practitioner in Independence, MO

Doctor of Medicine | Nurse Practitioner
Location: Independence, MO
Employer: Rhino Medical
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 3 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Independence, Missouri Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine Locum Tenens Opportunity
Emergency Department Coverage • Basic ER Procedures • Low-Acuity Cases

Rhino Medical is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for an ongoing locum tenens assignment supporting a 10-bed outpatient emergency department in Independence, Missouri. This facility provides focused emergency care for low-acuity level 4 and 5 cases, with scheduled shifts from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM or 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM. The role involves performing basic emergency procedures, managing low-acuity patients, and collaborating with a support team, with no call or ICU rounding required.

Opportunity Highlights

• Location: Independence, Missouri
• Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine (Locum Tenens)
• Ongoing coverage until recruited
• Shifts: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM, on-site
• No call or ICU rounding involved
• Electronic Medical Record: EMR training provided
• Facility size: 10 beds, approximately 80 patient visits daily
• Patient population: Mostly level 4 and 5 cases
• Support staff: 24-hour physician coverage, 2–4 nurses, 1 imaging tech

Practice Environment
This emergency department functions as a freestanding ER with a focus on low-acuity cases, offering physicians and APPs a modern clinical setting supported by comprehensive staffing. The facility is affiliated with a regional Level 2 trauma center but does not serve trauma cases itself. Providers work alongside dedicated 24-hour physician coverage, nurses, and support staff to deliver efficient emergency care utilizing modern documentation tools.

Schedule & Coverage

• Shifts: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM and 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
• On-site at ED, no call coverage involved
• All specific dates and times needed to be confirmed

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform basic ER procedures: laceration repair, splinting, incision, and drainage
• Manage low-acuity ED patients (level 4 and 5 cases)
• Coordinate outpatient referrals and follow-up care
• Document thoroughly within EMR

Candidate Requirements

• Active Missouri medical license required
• DEA registration required
• Nurse Practitioner license in Missouri required
• Emergency Medicine certification: Board Certified or Board Eligible (certification review case-by-case)
• Case logs required and will be reviewed for privileges
• Experience with low-acuity emergency care preferred

Why Nurses Move on This

• Consistent, ongoing role supporting a focused outpatient emergency setting
• Scheduled shifts that support work-life balance
• Opportunity to perform essential ER procedures in a low-acuity environment
• Work in a modern facility with supportive staffing and resources

About Independence, Missouri
Located just outside Kansas City, Independence offers a rich history, affordable living, and easy access to metropolitan amenities. The city features vibrant cultural sites, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly neighborhoods, making it an appealing place to live and work.

Why Providers Choose Rhino Medical

• Weekly direct deposit
• AAA-rated malpractice coverage
• Concierge recruiter communication
• Transparent process from presentation through placement
• Long-term relationship focus
• Assignment alignment with clinical goals and lifestyle priorities

Apply today with your updated CV to secure upcoming emergency department coverage opportunities in Independence, Missouri.

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