NPPA – Emergency Medicine

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: NPPA – Emergency Medicine

• Job Type: Locum Tenens

• Location: Alton, IL

• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient

• Coverage Type: Clinical Only

• Coverage Period: May 1, 2026 – Ongoing

• Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible Schedule (Exact shifts TBD)

COVERAGE DATES

• May 1, 2026 – Ongoing

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics

• Admissions: Yes

• Case Mix: Emergency Medicine

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Office Equipment Available: Standard Emergency Department equipment

• Specialty Backup Available: Physician collaboration required

• Support Staff Available: Physicians and Emergency Department staff

• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Emergency patient evaluation and management

• Acute care stabilization

• Interpretation of diagnostic tests

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active IL Nurse Practitioner license required

• Board: Board Certified (ANCC or AANP or equivalent)

• DEA: Active DEA with Illinois address required

• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS required

• Experience: Clinical experience within the past year (new grads considered)

• Other Qualifications: Illinois Controlled Substance Registration required; collaborative agreement with physician required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide emergency medical care to patients across all age groups

• Perform assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans

• Collaborate with physicians and emergency care team

• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with protocols

• Adhere to patient safety and quality standards