Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: Contract
Company: Optigy
Category: Critical Care
Job Description Apply Now
Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) Position OverviewOptigy is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our team on a full-time, night shift basis. This position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, and offers an opportunity to provide essential care within a high-acuity Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in a respected community-based, multi-specialty hospital. The role is designed for local professionals, offering a consistent schedule, robust support from attending physicians, and the chance to work in a collaborative clinical environment. This is a locum tenens opportunity focused on delivering exceptional patient care during the night shift.
Responsibilities- Manage critically ill patients in a high-acuity ICU environment with direct support from attending physicians.
- Perform and document comprehensive histories and physicals (H&Ps), consults, event/follow-up notes, and procedure notes in accordance with hospital standards.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and medications to guide patient care decisions.
- Carry out bedside procedures, including central and arterial line insertions, with documentation of proficiency as required during credentialing.
- Participate actively in multi-disciplinary rounding and collaborate closely with ICU nursing, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.
- Utilize Cerner Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system for all patient documentation and care coordination.
- Maintain an APP-to-patient ratio of approximately 10–15 ICU patients per provider during each shift, ensuring attentive and responsive care for all assigned patients.
- Current licensure as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) in the state of Georgia.
- National certification as an ACNP or PA-C.
- Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) working in an ICU setting, with demonstrated competence in managing critically ill patients.
- Ability to provide case logs that demonstrate proficiency in ICU-based procedures, especially central and arterial line insertions, as part of the credentialing process.
- Full-time, night shift position: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM.
- Three 12-hour shifts per week, including sign-out time, providing a predictable and structured work schedule.
- This is a locum tenens role, ideal for local candidates in Atlanta, Georgia, seeking long-term night shift opportunities in critical care.
As a member of the Optigy team, you will work in a supportive and collaborative hospital environment known for its commitment to clinical excellence and multidisciplinary teamwork. The Atlanta, Georgia area offers a vibrant community and a diverse patient population, making this an excellent location for healthcare professionals seeking to advance their skills in critical care medicine.
Credentialing and Professional Development- Credentialing timeline provided upon application submission.
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams, enhancing professional growth and clinical expertise.
Optigy is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.