Locum Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner job in Columbus, OH - Make $95/hr - $110/hr

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner position in Columbus, OH.

About the role

This is a temporary locum tenens assignment lasting 26 weeks, with a start date of October 12, 2026. The role offers competitive pay and a flexible schedule.

Pay

$95/hour - $110/hour

Schedule

• Shift coverage: Scheduled + No Call
• Shift schedule: Standard 3, 12-hour shifts (06:00 - 18:30)

About the facility

Facility type: Children's hospital

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions.
• Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
• Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and NP specialty.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics).
• Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Ohio.
• National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP]).
• At least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to the specialty (preferred).

Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.
• Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to the specialty.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions.
• Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.

Benefits

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
• Dedicated application and assignment support.
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
• Travel and lodging coverage.
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
• Other benefits where required by applicable law, including reimbursements.