Neurosurgery Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner

Position Overview

One of our Partners, is seeking a Board-Certified Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their Neurosurgery service line on a locum tenens basis. The provider will cover 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a) on a 7-on / 7-off rotation, providing inpatient neurosurgical coverage within a Level I Trauma Center environment.

This assignment offers consistent block scheduling, a high-acuity inpatient setting, and collaboration with a seasoned neurosurgical team.

Pay Ranking: Top 15% of 2025 national market rates for Neurosurgery APPs.

Assignment Highlights

• Coverage Dates:

• December 15–21, 2025 (credentialed only)

• December 29, 2025 – January 4, 2026 (credentialed only)

• January 12–18

• January 26 – February 1

• February 9–15

• February 23 – March 1

• March 9–15

• March 23–29

• April 6–12

• April 20–26

Schedule: 7p–7a | 7-on / 7-off rotation

Setting: Inpatient only

Trauma Level: Level I Trauma Center

Team: 9 Neurosurgeons | 9 APPs | 24/7 inpatient support

Procedures: Admissions, consults, rounding, discharges (if needed), and optional OR first assist

Orientation: 4 hours, non-billable (required day before start)

Joint Commission–certified agency (HPA Healthcare)

Travel & Lodging: Prepaid by HPA Healthcare

Malpractice Insurance: Provided

Skills & Experience

Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Neurosurgery, Neurocritical Care, or Inpatient Surgery

Proficient in post-operative management and overnight consults

Skilled at evaluating acute neurosurgical issues and coordinating care with on-call surgeons

Familiar with EMR documentation, handoff communication, and inpatient rounding workflows

Job Responsibilities

Provide overnight inpatient coverage for the Neurosurgery team

Manage admissions, consults, and post-operative follow-up care

Evaluate and stabilize neurosurgical and trauma patients

Assist in the OR if privileged (optional)

Document care plans, progress notes, and orders accurately

Support seamless handoffs between day and night teams