Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Geriatrics Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Geriatric Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, beginning Oct 13, 2025. This full-time opportunity offers day shifts, Monday through Friday, with flexibility for a possible 4-10s schedule and a random day off. The ideal candidate will have recent geriatric or adult health experience in FQHC, rural health, or IHS settings and must possess an active CA DEA and furnishing license.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Oct 13, 2025
• LOA: 60 days
• Provider Type Needed: Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm; possibility of four 10-hour shifts with a random day off

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive primary care for geriatric and adult patients
• Manage acute and chronic health conditions within the scope of geriatric practice
• Deliver culturally competent care to a patient population where approximately 75 percent are Spanish-speaking, supported by translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Adhere to all clinical protocols and compliance standards

Additional Information

• Locum experience is required
• Recent experience in Geriatrics or Adult Health is mandatory; Urgent Care, Internal Medicine, and Pediatrics experience will not be accepted
• Active CA DEA and furnishing license required
• Required certifications: Geriatric Medicine; Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification (ANP-BC)
• Flexibility in scheduling is essential; requests for specific days off such as Fridays or Mondays may not be accommodated

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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