Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery Opportunity Near Baltimore, MD (ASAP - Ongoing)

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in Surgery for a locum tenens opportunity near Baltimore, MD. This is a dynamic role offering the chance to provide critical care and support in a surgical environment with flexible scheduling options. If you are a board-certified NP with experience in surgical pathology, this position will allow you to take charge in a fast-paced setting, handling consults, responding to nursing calls, and managing post-operative care.

This opportunity begins ASAP with an ongoing need, and offers a schedule of day shifts with no call responsibilities. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in surgery, and must be comfortable managing surgical patients admitted overnight, handling consults, and responding to any urgent codes for surgical patients.

Assignment Details:

• Start Date: ASAP - Ongoing


• Shift Schedule: 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)


• Shifts Per Week: Minimum of 3 shifts per week; up to 4 shifts per week may be considered.


• Patient Age Group: Adults and Geriatrics


• EMR System: Sterner


• Schedule: No block scheduling available; some flexibility preferred but rigid schedules may be considered.


• Shift Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Only, no on-call requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle surgical consults coming from the ER or inpatient units.


• Provide post-operative care and respond to nursing calls for surgical patients.


• Complete notes for late-day surgical admissions.


• Respond to urgent codes for surgical patients as needed.


• Manage surgical patients independently, using basic skills like nose gauze application, preparing patient information for OR procedures, and contacting OR doctors when necessary.

Certification & Licensing Requirements:

• Board Certification: Must be board-certified in Surgery.


• State License: Maryland license required.


• Certifications: ACLS and DEA certifications are mandatory; CSR certification for Maryland is also required.


• Years of Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in surgical pathology is required for this role.

Benefits of This Opportunity:

• Flexible Schedule: Choose between 3 or 4 shifts per week, depending on availability.


• No Call Responsibilities: Strictly day shifts with no on-call duties.


• Autonomy: Work independently in a surgical setting, responding to consults and managing post-operative care.


• Dynamic Environment: Be part of a fast-paced team, providing care for patients undergoing surgical procedures.

This is an ideal position for Nurse Practitioners seeking a locum tenens opportunity that allows them to leverage their surgical expertise while enjoying a flexible schedule and working in a supportive environment. Apply now if you are a dedicated NP ready to take on this exciting challenge near Baltimore, MD.

Job ID: j-250869
Employment Type: Locum Tenens (ASAP - Ongoing)