Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility inCentral Tennessee

LocumTenens.com; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for an inpatient ICU night shift assignment in Tennessee. The clinician will cover 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) with an attending physician on-site for support, focusing on ICU-level care and continuous monitoring of critically ill adults.

This locum assignment emphasizes no call responsibilities, established critical care protocols, and ongoing collaboration with the in-house attending to ensure continuity of care during each

Qualifications

• Board-certified NP with ICU/critical care experience.
• Prescriptive authority required.
• Experience with 12-hour night ICU shifts.
• Inpatient assignment, no call.

Responsibilities

• Provide ICU-level critical care during 12-hour night shifts.
• Collaborate with attending physician on-site.
• Perform standard ICU procedures.
• Manage adult patient population.

Skills

Critical care

ICU monitoring

Education

Board certification

Prescriptive authority

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-226917-NP-TN
• Title: NP
• Dates Needed: Ongoing
• Shift Type: Night Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This inpatient facility maintains established critical care protocols and the clinical resources necessary to support ICU-level services on an on-site basis. The facility operates a structured night shift coverage model with an attending physician present in-house throughout each assigned shift to ensure continuity of care. Clinical infrastructure is in place to support the delivery of coordinated critical care services.

About the Facility Location

Tennessee offers a diverse range of cultural and outdoor attractions suited to varied interests. The state features opportunities for outdoor recreation, scenic natural landscapes, and year-round activities. Cultural venues, performing arts facilities, and regional amenities are accessible throughout the state, providing clinicians with options for leisure and exploration during their assignment.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians will provide critical care coverage during 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM at an inpatient facility, with no call responsibilities associated with this assignment. An attending physician works on-site throughout the night, providing direct support to the clinician during each shift. Responsibilities include intensive monitoring and management of critically ill patients, along with performance of standard ICU-level procedures.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: 5-10 admissions per night
• Support Staff: Attending working side by side through the night.
• Patient Population: Adults
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No
• Shift Times: Night shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM; 12-hour shifts; no call; attending on-site throughout the night
• Procedures Required: Standard ICU procedures
• CertificationsRequired: Board certification required; prescriptive authority required