Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner - Full-time

We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 4-day locum tenens assignment serving as the sole provider in South Dakota. This opportunity begins on Jan 1, 2026, and features 24-hour shifts from 8 a.m. to 8 a.m. The selected provider will manage all aspects of patient care in the emergency department, including rounding on patients and stabilizing individuals for transfer.

Job Details

• Location: South Dakota
• Start Date: Jan 1, 2026
• LOA: 4 days
• Provider Type Needed: Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 24-hour shifts, 8 a.m. to 8 a.m.; Jan 1 - Jan 4 (ending Jan 5, 8 a.m.)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Serve as the sole provider in the emergency department
• Round on patients and provide comprehensive emergency care
• Stabilize patients for transfer when necessary
• Respond to a broad range of acute and urgent care cases

Additional Information

• South Dakota NP license required
• Board certification required in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Urgent Care
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
• Rural emergency department and sole provider experience preferred
• EMR system: Other

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.