Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Critical Care in Maryland

LocumJobsNetwork is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Critical Care NP in Maryland! About The Position We are seeking an Acute Care Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland. This full-time position starts on Jan 5, 2026, and involves night shifts, three nights per week, providing advanced post-operative and critical care support in a CVS-ICU alongside other advanced practice providers. The role focuses on caring for transplant, ECMO, LVAD, bypass, and surgical patients in a high-acuity environment. Job Details Location : Maryland Start Date : Jan 5, 2026 LOA : 48 days Provider Type Needed : Acute Care Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Schedule : Nights, 6PM–6AM plus 1 hour for sign-out / shift transition; full-time, 3 nights per week (rotating); no more than 5 shifts in a row; no call Responsibilities and Duties Provide advanced post-operative care for transplant, ECMO, LVAD, bypass, and other surgical patients Manage 4–6 patients per night in an ICU setting, typically about 4 patients per provider Perform invasive procedures including central line placement, arterial line placement, chest tube removal, and pacer wire removal Deliver comprehensive cardiac critical care in collaboration with at least one other advanced practice provider on each shift Ensure effective shift transition with required sign-out procedures Additional Information Must hold a valid Maryland license and be acute care trained Required certifications : Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Critical Care Medicine board certification, Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist - Adult Gerontology (ACCNS-AG), or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC) EMR system : Epic This position does not involve operating room duties or on-call responsibilities 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 1668233EXPPLAT 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.