About this opportunity
Optigy Group LLC lists this Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner opportunity in farmington, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
ICU NP/PA Adult Critical Care + 3x12s + Procedures Farmington, CT Critical Care APPs - ready to step into a hands-on Adult ICU role where your skills and procedural experience matter?
We're seeking an experienced ICU Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a 13-week locum tenens assignment in Farmington, Connecticut. This is a high-acuity Adult ICU opportunity offering 36 hours per week, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to independently manage critically ill patients while working alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team.
WHY THIS ASSIGNMENT STANDS OUT A DULT ICU / CRITICAL CARE
3x12s 36 HOURS PER WEEK
13-WEEK LOCUM ASSIGNMENT
Average Census of 12-15 Patients Per Shift
Hands-On Procedural Role
Central Lines
Arterial Lines
Hemodialysis Catheters
Second APP + Nursing Support
Attending Physician Support
Fellow Support When Available
Neuro-Critical Care Experience Highly Valued
2 OPEN POSITIONS
No Previous Travel Experience Required
Farmington, Connecticut
THE OPPORTUNITY This is a true hands-on Critical Care APP position for an NP or PA who is comfortable independently evaluating and managing high-acuity adult patients.
You'll assess and diagnose patients, develop treatment plans, order and interpret diagnostic studies, manage medications and therapies, perform invasive bedside procedures, and coordinate care with the broader ICU team.
With an average census of approximately 12-15 patients per shift, you'll work alongside another APP and nursing staff , with attending physician and fellow support.
PROCEDURAL SKILLS Candidates should be comfortable performing:
Central Line Placement
Arterial Line Placement
Hemodialysis Catheter Placement
Strong invasive procedural skills and the ability to make sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced ICU environment are essential.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant
Graduate of an Accredited NP/APRN or PA Program
Active Connecticut NP/APRN or PA License
Connecticut Controlled Substance License
DEA License
BLS + ACLS
Strong Critical Care Assessment and Clinical Decision-Making Skills
Ability to Independently Manage High-Acuity Adult Patients
Comfortable Performing Required ICU Procedures
PREFERRED Inpatient Critical Care Experience
Adult ICU Experience
ACNP or AG-ACNP
Neuro-Critical Care Experience
ENLS Certification Preferred
ENLS may be completed during orientation if not already held.
ASSIGNMENT SNAPSHOT Location: Farmington, CT
Setting: Adult ICU
Start: December 18, 2026
Duration: 13 Weeks
Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Shift Length: 12 Hours
Patient Census: Approximately 12-15 Per Shift
Openings: 2
Floating: None
Prior Travel Experience: Not Required
Weekends/Holidays: Rotating Coverage
Schedule Note: The requisition contains both day- and night-shift information, so the final shift schedule will be confirmed during the presentation process.
CRITICAL CARE APPs - BRING YOUR ICU SKILLS TO CONNECTICUT Adult ICU. 3x12s. Hands-on procedures. Strong APP and nursing support. 13-week assignment.
If you're an experienced Critical Care NP/PA who is confident managing high-acuity patients and performing central lines, arterial lines, and hemodialysis catheters, this Farmington opportunity is ready for coverage.
Worksite address
farmington, CT, 06030, US
Who can apply
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