From improving the lives of patients to enjoying a low-stress lifestyle, see why Nakeitha O. loves being a locum tenens nurse practitioner – and why he chooses Cross Country! 

<p> At Cross Country Locums, we are privileged to work with outstanding physicians and 
    advanced practice providers devoted to providing the best in patient care across 
    the nation. We’re here to celebrate these providers and pass 
along their insights to inspire others interested in the field.
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<p>For National Locum Tenens Week, we’re spotlighting nurse practitioner Nakeitha O. 
    In this blog, she shares about her motivation for 
    becoming an ACNP, her advice for new NPs, what she enjoys about locums, and more.</p>

<h3>Why did you become a nurse practitioner? </h3>
<p>Having I loved the idea of training and learning medicine alongside future doctors, 
    and of course the flexibility of practicing in multiple specialties. </p>

<h3>What advice would you give someone starting out in your field/profession? </h3>
<p>Be open to all specialties, you never know what you may end up learning and loving. </p>

<h3>Why did you choose to work locums? </h3>
<p>Locums was a no brainer… it’s a direct path to maximizing my learning and experiences. </p>

<h3>What do you like about CCL? </h3>
<p> Cross Country Locums’ communication and responsiveness along with their consistency 
    is unmatched. The worksite is as described. Compensation matches the 
    cost of living. Caroline, my recruiter is a very sweet and supportive. </p>

<h3>What do you like about working at the facilities CCL has placed you with? </h3>
<p>So far, Hospital team was super welcoming. Team oriented environment. 
    Staff genuinely want to provide top-notch patient care. </p>

<h2>Locums Opportunities</h2>
<p>If, like Nakeitha, you’re ready to embark on a rewarding locums adventure and reach 
    patients who need you most, explore our <a href="https://www.crosscountry.com/locums" target="_blank">locum tenens opportunities</a> 
    today!</p>

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