Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens CoverageatFacility in Utah

LocumTenens.com, LLC; Orangeville (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC seeks a board-certified Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for inpatient pediatric coverage in Utah. The assignment runs four 10-hour shifts weekly (6:00 AM–4:00 PM or 3:00 PM–1:00 AM) with no call.

EPIC EMR supports documentation and coordination across care teams. The clinician will handle high-acuity cases, including cardiac procedures, ECMO, and ventilation, while maintaining patient safety and compliance with PICU protocols during the November 2026–April 2027

Qualifications

• Board certification as a Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner.
• Prescriptive authority required for consideration.
• Inpatient pediatric critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient coverage on a schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week.
• Manage an average of 7 patients per shift in a Level 1 pediatric unit.
• Perform cardiac procedures and support ECMO, ventilation, CRRT as needed.

Skills

Critical care

Inpatient care

Prescriptive authority

Cardiac procedures

Team coordination

Education

Pediatric NP certification

Board-certified NP

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-222577-NP-UT
• Title: NP
• Dates Needed: November 2026 - April 2027
• Shift Type: Day Shift;Night Shift
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This 289-bed pediatric hospital holds a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center designation, providing a broad range of critical care services to a pediatric patient population. The facility maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support inpatient pediatric critical care coverage. EPIC EMR is utilized for patient documentation and care coordination throughout the assignment period.

About the Facility Location

Utah offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of regional attractions and recreational opportunities throughout the year. The state features diverse natural landscapes, including access to national parks and scenic outdoor destinations, along with year-round activities suited to varied interests. Clinicians will find options for outdoor recreation and cultural engagement throughout the region during their assignment.

About the Clinician's Workday

A board-certified Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner is required to provide inpatient coverage on a schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week, with shift times of 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM or 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM. Clinicians will manage an average of 7 patients per shift and are required to perform cardiac procedures, ECMO, Ventilation Therapy, CRRT, Lumbar Puncture, Chest Tube placement, and ET placement. All clinical documentation must be completed using the EPIC EMR system. Board certification and prescriptive authority are required for consideration.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: 7 patients per shift
• Patient Population: Peds
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No
• Shift Times: 4 x 10-hour shifts per week; 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM or 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM; no call required
• Procedures Required: Cardiac procedures; ECMO; Ventilation Therapy; CRRT; Lumbar Puncture; Chest Tube; ET placement
• Certifications Required: Board certification required; prescriptive authority required