Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Critical Care in Maryland

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Critical Care NP in Maryland! About The Position We are seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner specializing in Critical Care Medicine for a full-time locum tenens assignment in Maryland. This position starts Jan 26, 2026, and lasts 36 days, covering night shifts (6PM-6AM plus sign-out) in the CVS-ICU. The role focuses on post-operative cardiac and surgical patient care, with no OR responsibilities. Job Details Location : Maryland Start Date : Jan 26, 2026 LOA : 36 days Provider Type Needed : Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner Schedule : Nights, 6PM-6AM plus 1-hour sign-out / shift transition; 13-hour shifts; full-time, 3 shifts per week; minimum 18 shifts per 6-week period; cannot exceed 5 consecutive shifts; no call Responsibilities and Duties Provide comprehensive post-operative care for transplant, ECMO, LVAD, bypass, and surgical patients in an ICU Manage 4-6 patients per night (approximately 4 per provider) Perform invasive procedures including central line placement, arterial line placement, chest tube removal, and pacer wire removal Collaborate with at least one other Advanced Practice Provider, with the goal of 3 APPs covering nights together Deliver care using the Epic EMR system Additional Information Active Maryland nurse practitioner license required Acute care training is mandatory for NPs Must hold Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification Required board certifications : Critical Care Medicine, Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist - Adult Gerontology (ACCNS-AG), or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC) Previous post-operative and cardiac ICU experience preferred Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility. LI-SC1 1678669EXPPLAT About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest! Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.