Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Hospitalist

Description

This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality inpatient care within a dynamic medical practice setting, supporting patients throughout their hospital stay and working closely with the broader clinical team.

As a Locum NP/PA Hospitalist, you will manage the care of hospitalized patients, conduct assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and coordinate discharge planning. This associate-level contract role is ideal for experienced advanced practice clinicians seeking flexible, impactful work in the medical practice industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care to hospitalized adult patients
• Perform thorough medical histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments
• Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic studies
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Prescribe medications and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Coordinate care with nursing staff, consulting specialists, and other healthcare professionals
• Document patient encounters accurately and in compliance with regulatory and facility standards
• Lead discharge planning and ensure appropriate transitions of care
• Respond promptly to clinical emergencies and changes in patient condition
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary rounds

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the United States
• Valid DEA registration and applicable state prescriptive authority
• Active certifications such as ACLS, BLS, and PALS as required by facility policy
• Prior experience in hospital medicine or acute inpatient care preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and sound decision-making skills in fast-paced environments
• Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage multiple patients efficiently while maintaining high standards of care
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Flexibility to adapt to varying shift schedules and locum assignments
• Commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous learning

Schedule: 7p-7a

No call requirement

Patient Census: ~ 50 per day

Open ICU

Duties: Pulmonary/critical care functions, patient management, and codes

No procedures required

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified or board-eligible

Paid travel & expenses