Locums Hospitalist Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Hospital Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum tenens coverage at a respected community hospital in Niceville, Florida. This is an excellent opportunity for an APP who enjoys caring for an adult inpatient population in a collaborative, low- to moderate-acuity setting with a predictable daytime schedule and no call responsibilities.

Position Highlights

• Assignment: August and September
• Schedule: Blocks of 3–5 consecutive days available
• Typical schedule follows a week-on/week-off model
• Hours: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• No call required

Practice Details

• Hospital Size: 45 beds
• Average Daily Census: 25–35 patients
• Average Daily Admissions: Approximately 10
• Consults: Approximately 2 per day
• Patient Population: Primarily elderly adults
• Trauma Level: No trauma services
• Patient Acuity: Low to medium

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient medical management for hospitalized adult patients.
• Perform admissions, daily rounding, evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, specialists, and case management.
• Participate in discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions of care.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Active Florida license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Hospital Medicine or inpatient experience preferred
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications