Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in CA

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity starts on Nov 10, 2025, with day shifts from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Candidates must have recent urgent care experience, prior locum tenens work, and experience in FQHC, rural health, or IHS settings. Active California licensure and a current DEA with furnishing license are required.

Job Details

• Location: California
• Start Date: Nov 10, 2025
• LOA: 60 days
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide urgent care services for a diverse patient population
• Deliver care to a patient base that is approximately 75 percent Spanish-speaking, with support from translators and Spanish-speaking medical assistants
• Conduct patient assessments, diagnose conditions, and initiate appropriate treatments
• Prescribe medications in accordance with California regulations and under an active DEA and furnishing license
• Collaborate effectively with clinical staff to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records

Additional Information

• Locum tenens and urgent care experience required
• Recent experience in FQHC, rural health, or IHS settings preferred
• Active California Nurse Practitioner license, DEA registration, and furnishing license required
• Please confirm any requested time off prior to submission

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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