Full Job Description
Neuro Critical Care Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Locum Tenens – New Jersey
A leading academic medical center in New Jersey is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its established Neuro Critical Care and Stroke program for a long-term locum tenens assignment.
This is an excellent opportunity for APPs with ICU, Neuro ICU, Stroke, or Critical Care experience seeking a high-acuity inpatient environment with strong physician collaboration, consistent scheduling, and long-term stability.
Position Highlights
- Full-time locum tenens assignment
- 12-hour day and night shifts available
- Rotating weekends
- No call responsibilities
- Long-term assignment through March 2027
- Work alongside an established Neuro Critical Care team
- Competitive compensation
- Travel and malpractice coverage available for qualified providers
Schedule
- 3 shifts per week
- Day Shift: 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Night Shift: 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM
Clinical Responsibilities
- Inpatient Neuro Critical Care coverage
- Stroke and Neuro ICU patient management
- Participate in stroke code response
- Collaborate closely with physicians, APPs, nursing, and ICU support staff
- Manage critically ill neurological patients in a high-acuity setting
Preferred Experience
- Neuro Critical Care experience preferred
- ICU or Critical Care APP background strongly preferred
- Stroke code experience highly desirable
- ICU procedural experience preferred
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Active New Jersey license preferred
- Current DEA and CDS required
- Ability to credential at a large academic facility
This is a strong opportunity to join a respected neuroscience and critical care team while securing stable locums coverage with excellent clinical support and scheduling flexibility.
Apply today to learn more about compensation details, schedule availability, and interview timelines. Ask for John Reinking with Palm Health Resources
Pay: $125.00 – $145.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road