Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in AZ

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, starting on Sep 1, 2025. This role involves day shifts from Monday to Friday, primarily handling low-acuity pediatric and adult patients. The ideal candidate must be comfortable managing a daily caseload of 20-25 patients and possess the ability to work with medical students who may shadow during the assignment.

Job Details

• Location: Arizona
• Start Date: Sep 1, 2025
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide care to pediatric and adult patients.
• Manage a daily caseload of 20-25 patients, ensuring timely and effective care.
• Complete patient charts within 24 hours.
• Collaborate and supervise medical students, NP students, and nursing students in a shadowing capacity.
• Adhere to and manage certifications including Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state license requirements, including obtaining an Arizona license if not already held.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Family Medicine
• Must be comfortable providing care to the full range of pediatric patients, from newborn to 18 years.
• Experience with rural health, IHS, or Native American populations is highly valued.
• Familiarity with Meditech EHR systems.

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.

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