We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to provide locum services in a Neurocritical Care ICU setting in New Orleans, LA.
This is an excellent opportunity for an NP with strong neurocritical care experience looking for full-time night coverage starting February 23, 2026.
Job Details:
Specialty: Neurocritical Care Neuro ICU
Setting: Level I Trauma Acute Care Hospital
Schedule:
Full-time, 3 night shifts per week
7:00 PM 7:00 AM (12-hour shifts)
No call required
Contract Length: 13 weeks (potential to extend)
Start Date: February 23, 2026
Responsibilities:
Manage adult neuro ICU patients with primary neurologic diagnoses
Facilitate admissions, treatment, and discharge
Perform critical care procedures (ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, sedation)
Preferred skills: CVC insertion, arterial line insertion, lumbar puncture
Implement SAH, ICH, AIS pathways and document core stroke measures
Collaborate with neurointensivists and multidisciplinary team
Requirements:
Active Louisiana NP license (required)
DEA and Louisiana CSR (required)
Board Certification: Acute Care or Adult/Geriatric NP
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, ENLS
Minimum 2 3 years neurocritical care or ICU experience
Epic EMR experience required
Strong procedural skills and ability to manage high-acuity neurosurgical patients
Credentialing:
Estimated timeframe: 60 days
Completion of facility-specific forms and verifications required
Interview with department leadership
Why Join Us?
Work in a high-acuity Neuro ICU within a Level I Trauma academic hospital
Stable night schedule with no call
Opportunity to manage complex neurocritical cases and perform advanced procedures
Weekly direct deposit
Comprehensive malpractice insurance provided
Take the Next Step!
Contact Morgan Hennessey at and call
