about 2 months ago
Neurosurgery APP locum need in Illinois
$ 130 - $ 150 / hourly
Locum tenens
Three 12 hour shifts
Peoria, Illinois
Requirements
1 - 3 years
Experience level
AGPCNP, AGACNP, AGNP
Preferred credentials
Illinois
APRN license
Peoria, Illinois
Location
Job Description & Benefits
Role and responsibilities
Facility: OSF HealthCare
Assignment Type: Locum Tenens | Long-Term Need
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) for a long-term locum tenens opportunity supporting OSF HealthCare in Illinois. This position offers a predictable schedule with all 12-hour shifts, no operating room responsibilities, and a stable inpatient environment where shifts consistently run right at 12 hours.
Schedule
All 12-hour shifts
Shifts consistently end on time
Long-term, ongoing coverage
Responsibilities
Inpatient neurosurgery coverage
Patient assessments, rounding, and care coordination
Manage post-operative and non-operative neurosurgical patients
Collaborate with neurosurgeons and multidisciplinary care teams
Documentation and follow-up care
No OR or first assist responsibilities
Position Highlights
No OR duties
Consistent, predictable 12-hour shifts
Long-term assignment with schedule stability
Hospital-based neurosurgery service
Willing to assist with Illinois licensing
Requirements
NP with Neurosurgery experience
Active license or willingness to obtain an Illinois license
Current board certification
Prior inpatient or hospital-based neurosurgery experience preferred
Ability to work independently within a team environment
Why This Opportunity
This role is ideal for an APP seeking work-life balance, consistency, and long-term locums stability—without overtime expectations or OR demands—while working within a respected health system.
Benefits
Schedule & Compensation
Job schedule
Three 12 hour shifts
Compensation structure
Hourly
Hourly rate
$130 - $150
Clinical & Practice Info
Clinical setting(s)
Facility type
Practice type
Candidate Preferences
Desired Specialty Experience
Required APRN license(s)
Preferred credentials
Years of experience required
1 - 3 years