Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in OR

Job Description

We are seeking a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner for a 105-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, with potential flexibility to start as late as Jan 2, 2026, and features a schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week, Monday through Friday. The provider will work primarily independently, supported by a medical assistant, and will manage both acute and chronic cases within a family practice setting.

Job Details

• Location: Oregon
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2025 (may be moved to Jan 2, 2026, if 30-day notice is honored)
• LOA: 105 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week, Monday–Friday (some days 7am–5pm, others 8am–6pm)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage acute and chronic conditions, including diabetes and hypertension
• Perform procedures such as casting, IUD placement, Nexplanon insertion, biopsies, and toenail removal
• Vasectomy procedures are optional based on provider comfort
• Deliver patient care with support from an assigned medical assistant each day
• Maintain flexibility and communicate regarding comfort with specific procedures

Additional Information

• Must be board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner
• Oregon state license required
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
• Provider should be comfortable working mostly independently
• Some flexibility offered regarding procedural requirements based on provider experience

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.