Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Family Practice job in Bullhead City, AZ paying $65/hour - $80/hour.
Job Details:
- Position: Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty: Family Practice
- Start Date: 01-13-25
- Length: 13 weeks
Schedule and Coverage:
- Shift Coverage: Scheduled + No Call
- Shift Schedule: Standard 5, 8-Hour 08:00 - 17:00
About the Facility:
- Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
About Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs:
This is a generalized description of locum NP job requirements. Specific assignment details may vary based on the healthcare facility, patient population and the NP specialty.
General Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
- Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions.
- Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and NP specialty.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
- Document patient care accurately and thoroughly.
Skills:
- Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.
- Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions.
- Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.
Minimum Education Requirements:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics).
License & Certifications:
- Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Arizona.
- National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP]).
Experience:
- While specific requirements may vary, most locum NP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty.
Additional Notes:
- Locum tenens NP positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to fill staffing gaps in healthcare facilities.
- These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing NPs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.
With Aya Locums, you get:
- Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
- Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
- Dedicated application and assignment support.
- In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
- Travel and lodging coverage.
- Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
- Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
- Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.
For all employees and employee applicants, Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEO ) Employer, including Disability/Vets, and welcomes all to apply.