Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner – Neurovascular Care
ATC West Healthcare Services
Job Description
Position Overview
An established hospital in Richmond, VA is seeking an Experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in Neurovascular Care to provide locum tenens coverage during a provider’s maternity leave. This is a hospital-based position working in collaboration with an established neurosurgery team.
Assignment Details
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Dates of Coverage: December 2025 – March 2026
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Reason for Coverage: Maternity Leave
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Practice Setting: Hospital-based
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Patient Population: Adult & Geriatric
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Number of Neurosurgeons in Practice: 3
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EMR: Epic
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Autonomy: NP will not work autonomously; supervising physician is always available (on-site or by phone)
Clinical Responsibilities
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Diagnose and treat illnesses
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Order and interpret diagnostic tests
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Write prescriptions
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Coordinate care with the neurosurgery team
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Act as first responder to all Code Stroke alerts within the facility
Credentialing
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Estimated Timeframe: ~120 days
Requirements
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Active Virginia NP License – required
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AANP Certification – required
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ACLS & ENLS – required
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DEA Registration & CDS Certification – required
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Neurovascular experience – highly preferred (minimal training required; no new grads)
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