Surgical Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Longview, Washington

Job Description
Join a dynamic surgical team in a busy inpatient and outpatient setting, providing comprehensive post-operative trauma care and assisting with general surgery procedures. This Locum Tenens role offers flexible shift patterns, including 9-hour days with alternating weekends or a 4-day × 10-hour schedule. Ideal for a surgical-focused Nurse Practitioner ready to hit the ground running in a supportive environment.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Inpatient & Outpatient (122-bed hospital, surgical clinic)
• Start Date: 12/01/2026 (orientation on first day)
• Schedule: Variable 9-hour shifts (07:00–16:00) with alternating weekends; option for 4 × 10-hour shifts
• Patient Population: Adult (18 +)
• Location: Longview, WA
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounding on surgical in-patients and provide post-operative care in the General Surgery clinic.
• Assist trauma surgeons during surgeries; surgical first-assist desired but not mandatory.
• Admit patients, coordinate care plans, and ensure smooth transitions between inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Conduct wound-care procedures and manage post-operative complications.
• Document all patient interactions in EPIC and maintain accurate case logs.

Qualifications

• Active Washington state license at time of start.
• Certified Nurse Practitioner in a surgical specialty.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or American Red Cross).
• Minimum of 24 months of clinical experience with documentation of relevant case volume.
• Hospitalist or surgical assist background strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR.
• Ability to obtain prescriptive authority and co-sign documentation as required.

Working Hours

• 9-hour shifts (8 hours clinical + 1-hour lunch).
• Variable schedule with alternating weekends; 4 × 10-hour shift option available.
• No on-call responsibilities.

Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making in surgical patients.
• Surgical first-assist techniques and intra-operative support.
• Wound-care management and postoperative monitoring.
• Effective teamwork with trauma surgeons, other physicians, and physician assistants.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills in EPIC.

This position is ideal for a motivated NP seeking a rewarding short-term assignment in a vibrant surgical environment.