Looking for nurse practitioner jobs in Alaska? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens NP jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens nurse practitioners (NPs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Alaska, starting Apr 13, 2026. This role offers a mix of primary care and urgent care cases, with day shifts Monday through Friday and a rotational Saturday shift every 4-6 weeks. The ideal candidate will have experience in primary care, urgent care, and preferably experience...
Location:AK
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Alaska, starting Mar 27, 2026. This 186-day contract features day shifts from 8am to 4:30pm, plus on-call weekend and weeknight coverage. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience and is comfortable working as the sole provider in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity...
Location:AK
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Locum tenens NP jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel nurse practitioners hold all the same qualifications as a permanent nurse practitioner, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in Alaska earn an average of $126,170 a year.
Nurse practitioners have full practice authority in Alaska. Full practice means that state law permits all NPs to evaluate, diagnose, order and interpret tests, initiate and manage treatments.
NPs in Alaska are required to maintain certification or complete 30 hours of CE every two years.
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.