Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in California

LocumTenens.com; Friant (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a Nurse Practitioner for day shift neurosurgical coverage at an on-site facility in Friant, CA. The role covers inpatient and emergency department settings with on-call neurosurgery support. ASAP start with ongoing locum assignments.

Candidates must hold board certification and have experience in neurosurgical care, rounding, and documenting progress notes, orders, and discharge planning. On-site facility and diverse clinical operations offer a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Board certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day shift neurosurgical coverage in inpatient and ED settings.
• Round on and evaluate neurosurgery patients; coordinate care with the on-call neurosurgeon.
• Enter orders, write notes, and manage drains as indicated.
• Write daily progress notes, discharge instructions, and discharge summaries.
• Communicate changes in care plan to the on-call neurosurgeon promptly.

Education

Board Certification

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-223313-NP-CA
• Title:NP
• Dates Needed:ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:Day Shift
• Assignment Type:Inpatient;ER
• Call Required:No
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This 265-bed acute care facility holds a Level II trauma designation, providing the clinical resources and established protocols necessary to support inpatient neurosurgical coverage. The facility maintains infrastructure to accommodate coordinated care delivery across inpatient and emergency department settings. A neurosurgeon on call is available to support clinical operations throughout each assigned coverage period.

About the Facility Location

The region offers a broad range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including access to coastal areas, hiking, and year-round activities suited to varied interests. Cultural attractions, diverse dining options, and natural scenery provide ample opportunities during time away from clinical responsibilities. The area's mild climate and regional amenities support a well-rounded experience for visiting clinicians.

About the Clinician's Workday

The nurse practitioner will provide day shift neurosurgical coverage across inpatient and emergency department settings at this on-site facility. Clinical responsibilities include rounding on and evaluating all patients on the neurosurgery service, coordinating care with the neurosurgeon on call, entering orders, writing notes, and removing drains as indicated. The clinician will write daily progress notes, discharge instructions, discharge summaries, and consultation notes, and will evaluate new consults as they arise. Timely communication of changes in care plan, neurological assessment, or clinical concerns to the neurosurgeon on call is required throughout each assigned coverage period.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:Varies
• Support Staff:Neurosurgeon on call
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:No
• Government:No