Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Coverage in Seattle, Washington

Job description

About the facility

This 336-bed teaching hospital in Seattle, Washington is part of a regional health system and supports both clinical care and academic advancement. The facility offers emergency department services and locum tenens coverage is sought to support existing clinician schedules during night shift assignments.

About the facility location

Northwest Washington offers a range of outdoor and urban attractions throughout the year. The Space Needle, standing 605 feet above downtown Seattle, serves as a prominent landmark and a leading tourist destination in the state. Visitors may also explore alpine landscapes, marine activities surrounding Puget Sound, whale-watching boat tours near Anacortes, and guided tours of the Boeing Factory.

About the clinician's workday

The nurse practitioner will provide emergency medical care during night shifts, including evaluation, treatment, and disposition of patients across a broad spectrum of emergency conditions. The clinician will work collaboratively with attending physicians and care teams to manage emergency presentations, ensuring effective patient handoffs and clear communication with consultants, hospitalists, and other clinical staff. No call responsibilities are required for this assignment.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 8-14 PPD
• Support staff: RNs
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Shift time(s): Night shift
• Procedures required: Emergency medicine procedures
• Certifications required: Board certification negotiable; prescriptive authority required