Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Kentucky

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD- -DNP-KY Title: DNP Dates Needed: As soon as privileged Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Inpatient Call Required: Yes Board Certification Required: Yes Job Duration: LocumsAbout the Facility The facility operates as a hospital in Western Kentucky providing comprehensive critical care services. The hospital maintains an intensive care unit with dedicated nursing staff and anesthesia support available. Coverage is needed due to a vacancy with ongoing locum tenens requirements. About the Facility Location Kentucky offers diverse regional attractions ranging from natural attractions like Red River Gorge to outdoor recreation opportunities. The region features extensive outdoor activities and entertainment venues such as Churchill Downs and the KFC Yum Center. Visitors can enjoy aquarium visits, distillery tours, and scenic river cruises that showcase the regional landscape with options for both outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking cultural experiences. About the Clinician's Workday The clinician will provide day shift critical care coverage working 12-hour shifts with night call responsibilities in a 7 on, 7 off rotation. Essential duties include managing critically ill adult patients requiring intensive monitoring while remaining within the ICU throughout the shift. The role requires board certification or ICU experience and involves handling an average of 2 call backs per night. The clinician will collaborate with nursing staff and medical assistants while supported by anesthesia coverage available on-site. Additional Job Details Case Load/PPD: Variable based on ICU census Support Staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, 1 advanced practice clinician on night shift Patient Population: Adults Location Type: On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes Government: No Shift Times: 12-hour day shifts with night call, 7 days on and 7 days off schedule Procedures Required: ICU procedures as needed CertificationsRequired: Board certification or ICU experience requiredWhy chooseOur services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment: Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist Digital hub for assignment details