Locum Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner | Surgery - Trauma Location: Minneapolis, MN Employer: Wellhart, LLC Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 11/30/2026

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Trauma Surgery NP in Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55422

Our client in Minnesota is seeking a skilled Trauma Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment beginning May 4, 2026. This role involves 10-hour shifts from 7a-5p, focusing on comprehensive patient management including vent management, chest tube and line insertions, suturing minor lacerations, responding to trauma alerts, facilitating discharges, ER admissions, and daily rounding for all patient conditions without hospitalist support.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Non-Invasive Vent Management (bipap/cpap)
• Ventilation Management
• Chest Tube Insertion
• Central Line
• Arterial Line
• Suturing Minor Lacerations
• Responding to the ED for Trauma Alerts
• Facilitating Discharges
• ER Admissions
• Daily rounding and management of all conditions - we do not use hospitalists.
• Fully able to be attending on all patient conditions

Additional Information

• EMR: Epic

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Benefit from steady income streams and potentially higher rates, mitigating financial uncertainties and instability.
2. Embrace remote work options in telemedicine or virtual healthcare settings, leveraging technology to deliver care from anywhere while maintaining professional engagement.
3. Provide essential healthcare services during crises, such as natural disasters or pandemics, contributing to emergency response efforts and community resilience.
4. Reinvent your career by exploring new specialties or transitioning to different healthcare sectors, seizing opportunities for personal and professional growth.
5. Work in environments that prioritize diversity and inclusion, promoting equitable healthcare practices and fostering a sense of belonging for both patients and healthcare providers.

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