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Nurse Practitioner | Hospitalist
Location: Weslaco, TX
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Hospitalist NP in Weslaco, Texas, 78596!
JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Hospitalist NP/PA
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Weslaco, TX
• Service Setting: Micro Hospital (Inpatient Unit)
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: July 1, 2026 – Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Patient Volume/Census: Average census of 6 patients
• Admissions: Included
• Rounding: Included
• Case Mix: General inpatient cases including seizures, respiratory conditions, and gastrointestinal cases
FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 8 inpatient beds
• EMR System: Cerner
• Office Equipment Available: Standard inpatient equipment
• Specialty Backup Available: Physician on-call backup
• Support Staff Available: Multidisciplinary care team
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• General inpatient management
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active TX license required
• Board: NP or PA certification required
• DEA: Required
• Certifications: BLS
• Experience: Inpatient experience required
• Other Qualifications: Must be comfortable in micro-hospital setting
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide inpatient rounding and patient management
• Evaluate and manage acute medical conditions
• Collaborate with supervising physician and care team
• Maintain accurate documentation in Cerner EMR
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