Neuro Critical Care - NP
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Neurology
Degree Required
DNP
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Location
Wethersfield, Connecticut, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/14/25
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Neurocritical Care - NP
• Specialty/Dept: Cognitive Neurology
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Wethersfield, CT
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: March 24, 2025 – September 24, 2025
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 3-4 Night shifts/week; (6:30 PM – 7:30 AM/8:00 AM) 13hr -13.5 hrs
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Volume/Census: 6-9 ICU patients per night
• Case Mix: Acute stroke, Acute head/Spine trauma, Neurosurgery, General neurology, and some MICU overflow)
FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 23 NeuroICU beds
• Support Staff Available: Other NPs/PAs
• Reason for Coverage: Temporary Supplemental Coverage
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Perform central line and arterial line placements
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Connecticut Medical License
• Experience:
- Dedicated Neuro ICU experience
- Expertise in acute stroke, head/spine trauma, neurosurgery, and general critical care
• Other Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently in a critical care environment