We are seeking an Acute Care Certified Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 40-day assignment starting Oct 5, 2026, in Pennsylvania. This role involves working 12-hour shifts, available for either AM or PM, within a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, providing specialized care for critically ill pediatric patients.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide acute care as an Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner within a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.
• Work 12-hour shifts, with AM and PM options available.
• Manage a patient load of 4-8 patients per APP.
• Perform procedures including arterial, central venous, and chest tube placement, endotracheal intubation, and lumbar punctures.
• Collaborate with a team of APPs within a 38-bed Peds CICU.

Additional Information

• Board Certification: Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP-AC).
• EMR: Epic.
• Shift Hours: 12 Hours In House, AM or PM.
• ECMO experience is not required.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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