We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with Neurosurgery experience for a locum need in Virginia, beginning in mid-December 2026. This is a full-time, inpatient position providing coverage for a maternity leave through at least April 2027. The schedule offers consistent weekday hours with no call requirements. Assignment Details Start: Mid-December 2026 Coverage through at least April 202740 hours per week One APP needed Maternity leave coverage Locum assignment ScheduleMonday Friday8:00 AM 5:00 PM40 hours per week No call No weekends listed Practice Setting 100% inpatient/hospital-based NeurosurgeryAdult and geriatric patient population Epic EMRPatient census varies
Responsibilities:- Provide post-procedural daily care
- Manage hospitalized neurosurgical patients
- Patient and family communication
- Patient and family education
- Collaborate with an employed Neurosurgery NPCoordinate care within the inpatient neurosurgical team
- RequirementsNurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Board Certification requiredActive Virginia license required at submission
- Candidates requiring Virginia licensure will not be considered
- Active DEA requiredActive ACLS requiredActive BLS required
- Clean background required
- No malpractice or licensing issues accepted
- CredentialingEstimated credentialing timeframe: Approximately 120 days
- Temporary privileges may be available
- TravelAirfare covered
- Lodging covered
- Rental car covered
- Mileage reimbursed at the IRS rate
Ideal Candidate:
An experienced Neurosurgery NP or PA with an active Virginia license who is comfortable managing inpatient post-procedural care and collaborating closely with the neurosurgical team. This opportunity is particularly well suited for an APP seeking a full-time Monday Friday schedule with no call.
