Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Critical Care in Atlanta, GA

Nurse Practitioner | Critical Care
Location: Atlanta, GA
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Critical Care NP in Atlanta, Georgia, 30301!

JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Acute Care NP/PA
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Atlanta, GA
• Service Setting: ICU/Critical Care
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 07/01/2026 – 12/31/2026
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Full-time night shift; 3 x 12-hour shifts weekly; 7:00p – 7:30a

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adult Critical Care patients
• Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 10–15 ICU patients per APP
• Admissions: Yes
• Rounding: Included
• Case Mix: Critically ill ICU patients in a high-acuity setting

FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: Cerner
• Office Equipment Available: Standard ICU equipment
• Specialty Backup Available: Attending physicians and multi-disciplinary ICU team
• Support Staff Available: ICU nursing staff and attending MDs

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: TBD

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Central line insertions
• Arterial line insertions
• ICU patient management and stabilization

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Active national and state licensure required
• Acute Care certification required for NP candidates
• Active DEA preferred
• ACNP or PA certification required
• Minimum 1–2 years of ICU APP experience required
• Proficiency in ICU procedures including central and arterial line insertions
• Local Candidates Preferred

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU setting
• Collaborate with attending physicians to develop and implement patient care plans
• Conduct ongoing patient assessments and interventions
• Complete order entry and detailed documentation within Cerner EMR
• Participate in multi-disciplinary rounds and communicate with ICU nursing staff

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Avoid the hassle of permanent relocation by taking on temporary assignments in various locations, experiencing different communities without long-term commitment.
2. Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
3. Design a lifestyle that suits your preferences and priorities, whether it's prioritizing travel, family time, or personal pursuits alongside your professional commitments.
4. Navigate career transitions or specialty changes with greater ease by gaining exposure to different practice settings and patient populations through locum work.
5. Stay current with the latest medical advancements and technologies by working in various facilities with diverse resources.

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