Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment at a well-established community hospital in Alton, Illinois. This is a high-volume emergency department with strong physician support and a collaborative care model. Facility Details Hospital Beds: 300Emergency Department Beds: 25Annual ED Volume: 40,000 visitsTrauma Designation: Level IIEMR: EpicSpecialty Backup: Full range including Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, General Surgery, and ICU support Staffing Model 24/7 physician coverageAdvanced Practice Provider coverage across multiple shiftsTeam-based environment with strong support staff Clinical Responsibilities Evaluate and treat patients across all acuity levelsPerform procedures within scope (laceration repair, I&D, splinting, etc.)Order and interpret diagnostic testsCollaborate closely with supervising physicians and specialistsParticipate in codes and emergency response as needed Requirements Board Certified NP or PAActive Illinois license (or ability to obtain quickly)DEA requiredACLS, BLS required (PALS preferred)Minimum 1 2 years of Emergency Medicine experience preferred Compensation & Logistics Competitive hourly rateTravel and lodging providedMalpractice coverage with tail included Why This Opportunity High-volume ED with diverse pathologyStrong physician and specialist backupFlexible scheduling with consistent shift availabilityWell-supported, efficient clinical environment

Created: 2026-04-01