Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner

Aya Locums; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Aya Locums is seeking a locum Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care for a position in Chicago, IL. This role involves comprehensive patient assessment, implementing treatment plans, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Candidates must have a Master's in Nursing and an APRN license in Illinois. Competitive pay is offered for a temporary assignment.

Benefits

Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems

Competitive locum tenens pay

Travel and lodging coverage

Malpractice coverage

Dedicated application and assignment support

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with NP specialty.
• Must have an active APRN license in Illinois.
• National certification in relevant specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Document patient care accurately and provide education on lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for coordinated care.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in performing physical examinations

Critical thinking

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Critical Care job in Chicago, IL paying $110/hour - $125/hour.

Job Details:

• Position: Nurse Practitioner
• Specialty: Critical Care
• Start Date: 07-14-25
• Length: 13 weeks

Schedule and Coverage:

• Shift Coverage: Scheduled + No Call
• Shift Schedule: Alternating 1, 12-Hour 18:00 - 06:00

About the Facility:

• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital

About Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs:

This is a generalized description of locum NP job requirements. Specific assignment details may vary based on the healthcare facility, patient population and the NP specialty.

General Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions.
• Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
• Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and NP specialty.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly.

Skills:

• Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.
• Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions.
• Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics).

License & Certifications:

• Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Illinois.
• National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners AANP ).

Experience:

• While specific requirements may vary, most locum NP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty.

Additional Notes:

• Locum tenens NP positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to fill staffing gaps in healthcare facilities.
• These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing NPs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.

With Aya Locums, you get:

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
• Dedicated application and assignment support.
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
• Travel and lodging coverage.
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
• Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.

For all employees and employee applicants, Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer, including Disability/Vets, and welcomes all to apply.

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Critical Care job in Chicago, IL paying $110/hour - $125/hour.

Job Details:

• Position: Nurse Practitioner
• Specialty: Critical Care
• Start Date: 07-14-25
• Length: 13 weeks

Schedule and Coverage:

• Shift Coverage: Scheduled + No Call
• Shift Schedule: Alternating 1, 12-Hour 18:00 - 06:00

About the Facility:

• Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital

About Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs:

This is a generalized description of locum NP job requirements. Specific assignment details may vary based on the healthcare facility, patient population and the NP specialty.

General Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions.
• Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
• Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and NP specialty.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly.

Skills:

• Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.
• Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions.
• Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics).

License & Certifications:

• Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Illinois.
• National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners AANP ).

Experience:

• While specific requirements may vary, most locum NP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty.

Additional Notes:

• Locum tenens NP positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to fill staffing gaps in healthcare facilities.
• These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing NPs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.

With Aya Locums, you get:

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
• Dedicated application and assignment support.
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
• Travel and lodging coverage.
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
• Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.

For all employees and employee applicants, Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer, including Disability/Vets, and welcomes all to apply.