Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist

Job Description

Our client in Michigan is seeking a highly skilled Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in a rural hospital setting. This opportunity starts on Jul 21, 2025, and spans a 6-day period, ending on Jul 27, 2025. The role demands a commitment to a 24-hour coverage schedule, including 12-15 hours of active work with the remainder on-call, ensuring comprehensive patient care in a solo provider environment.

Job Details

• Location: Michigan
• Facility Type: Rural Hospital
• Start Date: Jul 21, 2025
• LOA: 6 days
• Provider Type Needed: Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 24-hour shifts with on-call responsibilities

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide full-time solo coverage in a rural hospital setting.
• Perform essential procedures such as intubations and central lines.
• Manage a variety of patient cases in a hospitalist capacity.
• Ensure the highest level of patient care during both active hours and on-call periods.
• Stay in a call room at the hospital when on-call.

Additional Information

• Board certification in Internal Medicine or Internal Medicine with Focused Practice in Hospital Medicine required.
• Must hold a valid Michigan nurse practitioner license.
• Ideal candidate will have experience working autonomously and be comfortable in a solo provider role.

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.