Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – Critical Care ICU
Location: Cumming, GA
Job Type: Locum tenens
Company: Optigy
Category: Critical Care
Job Description Apply Now
The Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – Critical Care ICU role offers a unique opportunity for advanced practice providers to deliver high-quality care in a dynamic intensive care unit setting. This position is with Optigy, a reputable healthcare provider, and is located in Cumming, Georgia. The role is designed for professionals with extensive experience in critical care and advanced skills in managing acutely ill patients. The employment type for this opportunity is full-time locum, making it ideal for those seeking flexibility while maintaining a consistent work schedule. Candidates will join a multi-specialty, medical-surgical community hospital ICU, working alongside a collaborative team of attending physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. This role emphasizes hands-on patient management, direct involvement in invasive procedures, and participation in multidisciplinary care planning, ensuring a robust and rewarding professional experience.
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) – Critical Care ICU Summary- Advanced practice provider role in a high-acuity ICU
- Full-time, flexible scheduling with no on-call requirements
- Work in a community hospital setting with a multi-specialty team
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on critically ill patient outcomes
- Engage in ongoing professional development and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Located in Cumming, Georgia, offering a supportive and thriving healthcare community
- Manage critically ill adult patients in a high-acuity ICU environment, overseeing 10-15 patients per shift
- Collaborate with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and update patient care plans
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and perform ongoing monitoring
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, adjusting care as needed based on results
- Document all aspects of patient care including H&Ps, consults, event notes, follow-up, and procedure notes using Cerner EMR
- Perform invasive procedures such as central line (CVL, vascaths, introducers) and arterial line insertions in accordance with credentialing requirements
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary rounds, contributing to holistic patient management and care coordination
- Work night shifts, typically three 12-hour shifts per week, including sign-out responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and clinical best practices
- Competitive hourly rate of $120/hr for full-time locum work
- Opportunity for flexible scheduling with no required on-call shifts
- Work in a supportive, multidisciplinary ICU environment
- Professional growth through challenging, hands-on clinical experience
- Current national certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with equivalent critical care scope
- Active state licensure or the ability to obtain licensure in Georgia
- Minimum of 12 years experience as an APP in an ICU setting
- Demonstrated proficiency in central and arterial line placement, with required case logs for credentialing
- Familiarity with Cerner electronic medical records system
- Experienced ACNP or PA with a strong background in critical care medicine
- Skilled in performing invasive procedures independently
- Collaborative, communicative, and comfortable in a team-oriented ICU environment
- Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and clinical decision-making skills
- Adaptable to night shift work and flexible scheduling demands
- Demonstrates commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care
- The position is based in Cumming, Georgia, a location known for its welcoming community and excellent healthcare infrastructure
- No on-call requirement for this role, supporting work-life balance
- Credentialing will require submission of procedure case logs for central and arterial line insertions
- Preference may be given to local candidates due to scheduling and credentialing considerations
If you are a skilled Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity in a critical care ICU setting, we invite you to apply for this full-time locum role in Cumming, Georgia. Join a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering the highest standard of care to critically ill patients. Click the job application button to take the next step in advancing your career in critical care medicine with Optigy.