A job description

Join a dynamic inpatient facility in Lubbock, Texas, as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, specializing in pediatric surgery. This locum tenens opportunity involves comprehensive inpatient care, with a combination of regular and on-call hours. A preference for candidates with "clean files" is essential to expedite credentialing and ensure a prompt start date.

Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Hospital
– Start Date: As soon as credentialing is complete, ideally by August
– Schedule: Inpatient shifts with flexibility; 3-4 shifts per week or full-time. Shifts from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM or night beeper call 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM with 24-hour weekend coverage required.
– Patient Population: Pediatric
– Location: Lubbock, TX
– Stipends: Housing options are available for non-local candidates

Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)

Job Responsibilities
– Provide comprehensive healthcare services to pediatric surgical patients.
– Participate in day and night call coverage, responding promptly to beeper calls.
– Handle patient encounters and ensure high-quality care delivery.

Qualifications
– Active license and current CV
– DEA certification required
– Board Certified (BC)
– Certifications in BLS, ACLS, ATLS, and PALS are mandatory
– Ability to perform efficiently in a Level 1 Trauma pediatric facility

Working Hours
– Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM in-house
– Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM on-call with a 10-minute response time

Skills
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Proficient in pediatric inpatient care and emergency response
– Ability to work independently and within a team
– Adept at handling a high volume of patient encounters per shift