Job Description
Nurse Practitioner | Emergency Medicine Location: Alton, IL Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: NPPA – Emergency Medicine Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Alton, IL Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient Coverage Type: Clinical Only Coverage Period: May 1, 2026 – Ongoing Clinical Shift Schedule: Flexible Schedule (Exact shifts TBD) COVERAGE DATES May 1, 2026 – Ongoing PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics Admissions: Yes Case Mix: Emergency Medicine FACILITY INFORMATION Office Equipment Available: Standard Emergency Department equipment Specialty Backup Available: Physician collaboration required Support Staff Available: Physicians and Emergency Department staff Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: Yes COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES Emergency patient evaluation and management Acute care stabilization Interpretation of diagnostic tests JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses: Active IL Nurse Practitioner license required Board: Board Certified (ANCC or AANP or equivalent) DEA: Active DEA with Illinois address required Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, PALS required Experience: Clinical experience within the past year (new grads considered) Other Qualifications: Illinois Controlled Substance Registration required; collaborative agreement with physician required DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide emergency medical care to patients across all age groups Perform assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans Collaborate with physicians and emergency care team Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with protocols Adhere to patient safety and quality standards