Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Critical Care;Pulmonology;Pulmonology and Critical Care
Compensation
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Job Description
This on-site contract position provides an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic medical practice, delivering high-quality patient care in a critical care environment.
In this role, you will be integral to our multidisciplinary team, providing support in managing patients with severe pulmonary conditions. Your expertise will directly contribute to improving patient outcomes and ensuring the delivery of optimal care in a critical setting. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive workplace where you can thrive.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations in critical care settings
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with pulmonary conditions
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
- Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding treatment options
- Document all patient interactions accurately and in a timely manner
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research as applicable
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and protocols
Requirements
- Valid NP or PA certification and license in the state of practice
- Experience in critical care or pulmonology preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to patient-centered care
- Proficient in electronic health record (EHR) systems
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
Schedule: 6p-7a
Daily Volume: 9-12 patients, 2-3 admissions
Setting: Adult ICU
Skills Required: Ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, and complex medical decision-making
EMR: Epic
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & expenses
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Critical Care Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 49 active Critical Care Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 29% are remote, 49% have no call, 67% require no weekends.
Critical Care Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in critical care medicine (np) | ranked against 108 Critical Care Medicine (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Critical Care Medicine median $150k (middle half $137k–$167k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 29% remote · 49% no call · 67% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Critical Care Medicine pay trend | +5.8% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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