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Job Title: Pediatric Cardiac ICU Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) – Locum Tenens

Location: New Orleans, LA

Pay: $120–$150/hour

Schedule: 3×12-Hour Shifts | Various shifts available : Day, Night & Weekend Rotation

Contract Length: 13–26 Weeks

Setting: Pediatric Cardiac ICU | Hospital-Based

Join a Leading Pediatric ICU Team in New Orleans

A top Louisiana children’s hospital is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) for a locum contract in their high-acuity Cardiac ICU (CICU). This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while earning premium pay—no long-term relocation required.

About the Hospital

This is a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital offering specialized care through PICU, NICU, and the largest pediatric emergency department in the region.

Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill pediatric cardiac patients
• Conduct assessments and adjust treatment plans
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff
• Assist with procedures: intubation, central/arterial lines
• Titrate critical care meds and respond to emergencies
• Educate and support families during care

Requirements

• PA-C or NP with active Louisiana license
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA) – Required
• Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (NPs)
• 2+ years pediatric ICU experience (CICU strongly preferred)
• Comfortable working independently, especially on night shifts
• Preferred: CCRN, ACNP, CCNP

Perks

• $120–$150/hr
• Paid housing & travel (choose your own lodging)
• Premium on-call pay
• Malpractice coverage
• 1099 contract with tax benefits
• Personalized recruiter support

Apply Now

Bring your ICU expertise to a world-class pediatric team. Apply today or call/text Carlo at 954-361-7449 to learn more.

Not ready to commit to New Orleans? We have over 50 Cardiothoracic APP openings across the U.S., both permanent and locum — let’s find the right fit for you!

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