Locum | NP / PA | Cardiology - General | Elizabeth, NJ

Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Locum Tenens)

Union County, New Jersey

Weekend Consult Coverage | Solo Practice Independence | Prime Fourth-Quarter Contract

Are you a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant seeking an impactful, high-autonomy weekend contract in northern New Jersey? A major regional medical center in Union County is seeking an experienced Cardiology APP for an exclusive fourth-quarter locum assignment from October 1 through December 31, 2026. Offering dedicated weekend shift blocks, solo inpatient consult management, Epic EMR integration, and no call or floating requirements, this role provides an ideal engagement for a seasoned advanced practice provider.

The Opportunity

Step into a high-volume acute-care hospital setting, serving as the primary inpatient cardiology consult provider across floor and telemetric units.

• Clinical Scope: Lead inpatient general cardiology consult services, including:

  • Performing comprehensive cardiac consults, diagnostic evaluations, and inpatient progress notes

  • Managing an acute daily consult census of 12 to 24 patients

  • Operating with expected solo provider coverage (a second APP may occasionally assist depending on unit volume)

  • Documenting care and entering orders via Epic EMR

• The Schedule & Shift Structure: Dedicated weekend block coverage (2 to 3 weekend blocks per month).

  • Friday: 10-Hour Shift

  • Saturday: 11-Hour In-House Shift

  • Sunday: 11-Hour In-House Shift

  • Monday: 8-Hour Shift

  • Holiday Expectation: Full weekend availability required throughout December, including Christmas and New Year holiday blocks.

• Call & Floating Requirements: Zero call required. Zero floating between units or facilities.

Candidate Requirements

Interested candidate must demonstrate prior locum or travel experience and independent consult management capability.

• Degree & Certification: Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with active Board Certification.

• Licensure: Active, unencumbered New Jersey State License.

• Clinical Experience: Inpatient cardiology experience strongly preferred with proven comfort managing a busy consult panel independently.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Epic EMR preferred.

If you’re ready to step into a key inpatient cardiology role in northern New Jersey with structured weekend coverage and solo practice autonomy, let’s get your application started today. Apply now to connect with our recruitment team!