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General Healthcare Resources lists this Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Locum Tenens Job in Hershey, Pennsylvania opportunity in hershey, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Locum Tenens Job in Hershey, Pennsylvania
Join a high-acuity cardiac ICU team in Hershey, PA 17033 as a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner on a locum tenens assignment. Known for its welcoming community and convenient Central Pennsylvania location, Hershey offers an appealing setting for healthcare professionals seeking a rewarding on-site role. This advanced practice provider opportunity offers competitive weekly pay, a fast-paced critical care environment, and the chance to care for complex critically ill patients in a respected Central Pennsylvania healthcare setting.
Job Details
Employment Type: Locum tenens
Location: Hershey, PA 17033
Specialty: Critical Care / Intensive Care / Cardiac ICU
Estimated Weekly Pay: $3,270 - $3,870
Schedule: 3 shifts per week
Shift Duration: 13 hours per shift
Shift Coverage: Days or nights; includes weekends and holidays
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Length: Approximately 236 days
Patient Volume: 8-12 patients per shift
Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days
Board Certification: Required
Job Requirements
Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure/eligibility as applicable
At least 1 year of critical care experience required
Board-certified advanced practice provider with experience in a cardiac ICU setting
Experience managing VA ECMO, VV ECMO, Impella, LVAD, and cardiac transplant patients
ACLS and BLS required
Strong procedural skills and confidence in high-acuity patient management
Must be available for night shifts, weekends, and holidays
Responsibilities
Provide daily rounding and ongoing management of critically ill cardiac ICU patients
Assist with admissions, post-operative management, and order entry
Work under the guidance of an Intensivist to support coordinated patient care
Perform procedures as needed, including arterial lines, central lines, Swan Ganz catheter placement, and IABP removal
Deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced, team-based critical care environment
Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams
Benefits
GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees.
Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors.
Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Worksite address
hershey, PA, 17033, US
Who can apply
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