Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a five-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado. The role commences on Aug 16, 2025, and involves providing 24-hour solo coverage at a rural hospital. The Nurse Practitioner will typically work 12-15 hours with the remainder on call and will have sleeping amenities provided in a studio apartment on hospital grounds.

Job Details

• Location: Colorado
• Start Date: Aug 16, 2025
• LOA: 5 days
• Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 24-hour solo coverage including sleeping on call

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform intubations, ventilator management, and manage central lines
• Insert chest tubes, perform paracentesis, thoracentesis, and dislocation reductions
• Conduct ED bedside ultrasounds, lumbar punctures, adult and pediatric resuscitations, and procedural sedation
• Ensure high-quality patient care in emergency medicine settings
• Manage various emergency situations with efficiency and professional expertise

Additional Information

• Must be licensed in Colorado
• Prior experience in emergency medicine required

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.