Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Barton Associates
Rockford, IL, 61101, USA
Rockford, IL, 61101, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Gastroenterology nurse practitioner
- locum tenens nurse
- inpatient care
The Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner provides inpatient pre-operative and post-operative care, conducts rounding and consults, and assists with bedside procedures in a hospital setting. This is a 120-day locum tenens contract position in Illinois with flexible scheduling and travel-related benefits. Candidates must be board certified and licensed, offering advanced practice skills in gastroenterology care.
We are seeking a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois, starting Dec 1, 2025. The schedule offers 8am-6pm shifts with a preferred 7 on 7 off model, and flexibility to split shifts between two providers if needed. This opportunity involves inpatient pre-op and post-op care, making it ideal for advanced practice professionals skilled in consults, rounding, and assisting with bedside procedures.
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
Benefits
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.
Job Details
- Location: Illinois
- Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
- LOA: 120 days
- Provider Type Needed: Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: 8am-6pm; 7 on 7 off preferred, flexible scheduling possible with a minimum of 7 shifts per month
Responsibilities and Duties
- Conduct inpatient rounding and consults for gastroenterology cases
- Provide pre-operative and post-operative care for gastroenterology patients
- Assist physicians with bedside procedures as needed
Additional Information
- Board certification in Gastroenterology required
- Must hold current certification from NCCPA, ACNP, or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Active Illinois license required
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.




