Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in CA

  • ID: 220890A
  • Updated July 25th, 2026

  • Job ID 220890A
  • Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care
  • Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
  • Specialty Urgent Care
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State CA
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 54-day assignment with our client in California, commencing Sep 1, 2026. This role involves working independently from 10:45 AM to 9:15 PM, and managing a diverse range of low acuity emergency room and urgent care cases, offering a dynamic environment for patient care.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Independently manage patient care, operating without direct MD supervision.
  • Provide care for low acuity emergency room and urgent care patients, suitable for a fast track setting.
  • Perform procedures such as sutures and splints.
  • Evaluate and treat patients presenting with chest pain, undifferentiated abdominal pain, headaches, and lacerations.
  • Conduct pelvic exams and eye exams using slit lamps.


Additional Information

  • Board Certification in Emergency Medicine is required.
  • The facility utilizes Epic EMR.


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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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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