Locums Critical Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Locums Critical Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support a Neurosurgery/Trauma ICU team at a Level II Trauma Center in Redding, California. The provider will manage critically ill patients following emergency brain, neck, and spine surgeries, with a strong emphasis on neuro-trauma and neuro-critical care.

Compensation:  $130 Per Hour

Schedule

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Shift Length: 10 hours
• No call required

Key Responsibilities

• Manage neurosurgical and trauma ICU patients post-emergency brain, neck, and spine procedures
• Provide critical care for neuro-trauma and neuro-critical care patients
• Perform daily ICU rounds, patient assessments, and care coordination
• Collaborate closely with neurosurgeons, trauma surgeons, intensivists, and nursing staff
• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP certified) or Physician Assistant (NCCPA certified)
• Active California license
• Neuro-trauma and/or neuro-critical care experience required
• Current ACLS, ATLS, and DEA

Redding offers access to scenic outdoor recreation, a lower cost of living for California, and a close-knit community in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade region.