Critical Care/Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider - Locum Tenens Opportunity Near Redding, CA

We are seeking experienced and skilled Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants with critical care expertise for a locum tenens assignment near Redding, CA. This position is available ASAP and will continue on an ongoing basis. This opportunity allows you to provide critical care in a busy inpatient setting, offering vital support to the healthcare team.

Position Overview:

• Start Date: ASAP - Ongoing


• Location: Near Redding, CA


• Specialty: Critical Care/Intensive Care - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant


• Provider Type: Advanced Practice


• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Only


• Practice Setting: Inpatient


• Holidays Allowed: New Year's Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day


• Patients Per Shift: 12


• EMR System: Epic


• Hospital Privileges Required: No


• Temporary Privileges Available: No


• Stroke Certification: Yes

Responsibilities:

• Critical Care Management: Provide advanced care to critically ill patients in an inpatient setting. Your role will include managing airways, performing line placements, and delivering high-level critical care in a fast-paced environment.


• Shift Structure: Work 7 PM to 7 AM on a 7-on/7-off schedule, ensuring continuity of care. The facility is looking for 2-3 providers to fill coverage gaps, allowing for flexible scheduling.


• Certification Requirements:
  
  
  
  • Must be an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).
  
  
  • ACLS and BLS certifications are required to ensure readiness for any emergency situation.
  
  
  
  


• Experience Requirements: A significant amount of intubation experience is required as there will be limited time for training. Providers must be capable of handling critical situations independently from the start.


• Overtime Policy: Overtime must be pre-approved by the Medical Director by the end of each shift.

Requirements:

• Board Certification: Must be eligible or certified as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a focus on Acute Care/Critical Care.


• Licensing: An active California license is required.


• Credentialing Timeframe: Estimated to take between 60-90 days.

Practice Details:

• Inpatient Focus: This position is entirely inpatient, meaning your expertise will be focused on treating critically ill patients within the hospital setting. The facility uses the Epic EMR system, which is recognized for its efficiency and ease of use.


• Team Environment: You will be working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals in a well-equipped facility, ensuring that you have the support needed to provide high-quality care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Critical Care NP or PA looking to make a significant impact in a critical care setting near Redding, CA. If you meet the requirements and are ready for a challenging yet rewarding locum tenens role, apply today!