Locum Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner job in Omaha, NE - Make $110/hr - $120/hr

Pay

$110/hour – $120/hour

Schedule

• Shift Coverage: Scheduled + No Call
• Shift Schedule: Standard 5, 12-Hour shifts, 19:00 – 07:00

Job Details

• Position: Nurse Practitioner
• Specialty: Acute Care Pediatric
• Start Date: 12-07-26
• Length: 13 weeks

Facility

Facility Type: Children's

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 Nebraska.
• 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 their 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 but not limited to reimbursements.

Notes

Locum tenens NP positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to fill staffing gaps in healthcare facilities. These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing NPs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.