Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Neurological

Job Description

Our client in Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Neurological Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 32-day assignment starting Aug 7, 2026. This role requires 7a-7a shifts, with responsibilities including hospital rounding visits, patient consults, potential operating room assistance, and managing patient calls from the floors, which involves placing necessary orders.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform hospital rounding visits
• Conduct patient consults
• Provide assistance in the operating room when needed
• Manage calls from hospital floors, including placing orders
• Care for post-operative neurosurgical patients, with 90% spine cases and 10% cranial cases
• Work within a Trauma facility

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Neurological Surgery required
• EMR: Epic

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.