Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Pediatrics Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 8, 2025. This opportunity offers a Monday-Friday schedule with 8am-5pm shifts, serving a patient population that is predominantly pediatric and Spanish-speaking, supported by translators and bilingual medical assistants.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Dec 8, 2025
• LOA: 60 days
• Provider Type Needed: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide primary care services to pediatric patients in a community health setting
• Deliver care to a diverse patient base, with approximately 75% Spanish-speaking patients (interpreters and bilingual MAs available)
• Manage a high percentage of Medical/Medicaid patients
• Collaborate with care teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
• Utilize active California DEA and furnishing license for prescribing needs
• Adhere to organizational protocols and documentation standards

Additional Information

• Locum experience required
• Experience in FQHC, rural health, or IHS preferred
• Recent experience in a pediatric setting is mandatory
• Must possess current California licensure, DEA, and furnishing license
• Board certifications required: Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (PPCNP-BC)
• Assignment dates may be dependent on approved time off and Regional Medical Director approval

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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