Zachary, LA Critical Care / ICU Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Locum Tenens Opportunity Days Long-Term Contract
Rhino Medical is leading the charge seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with Critical Care/ICU experience for a long-term locum tenens assignment in Zachary, Louisiana.
This is an excellent opportunity for skilled Advanced Practice Providers ready to step into a dynamic hospital medicine program with procedural requirements and ICU patient care responsibilities.
Opportunity Snapshot
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Location: Zachary, LA
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Facility Type: Community Hospital 131 Total Beds 8 ICU Beds
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Contract Type: Locum Tenens - Advanced Practice Provider (Critical Care / ICU)
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Schedule:
• 12-hour Day Shifts 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Minimum 15 shifts/month (flexible scheduling available)
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Start Date: June 30, 2025
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Assignment Length: Long Term (6+ Months)
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Credentialing: Temps available 4-6 weeks (with LA license in hand)
Clinical Responsibilities
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Full-spectrum ICU patient management
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Perform and manage:
• Intubations
• Vent management
• Central lines
• Arterial lines (as needed)
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Respond to codes in collaboration with Hospital Medicine and Emergency Medicine teams
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Daily census: 18-20 patients per provider 2 admissions/day
Team Structure
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Day Coverage: 2 MDs + 2 APPs
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Night Coverage: 1 MD No overnight APPs
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Open ICU with CC-APPs on-site and tele-intensivist backup
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HM physicians oversee CC-APP team
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Subspecialty Backup: General Surgery, Orthopedics, Cardiology, Nephrology, Tele-Stroke
Candidate Requirements
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License: Active Louisiana APP License (or eligibility)
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Certification: AANP (for NPs) or NCCPA (for PAs)
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Additional Certifications: ACLS required
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Experience: Advanced critical care/ICU experience including proficiency with required procedures
Why APPs Choose Rhino Medical
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Competitive Weekly Pay + Direct Deposit
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Malpractice Coverage Provided
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Fast-Track Credentialing & Dedicated Support
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Travel & Lodging Coordination Available
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White-Glove Scheduling Assistance
This is an ideal opportunity for experienced ICU APPs seeking flexible day shifts, a collaborative care model, and the ability to practice advanced procedures in a high-acuity environment.
Apply today and experience the Rhino Medical difference.