Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in LA
- ID: 217356A
- Updated April 20th, 2026
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- Job ID 217356A
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Urgent Care
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State LA
- Practice Setting Clinic
- Duration
Job Description
We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 35-day assignment in Louisiana, starting May 18, 2026. The schedule involves Monday through Friday shifts from 8am-8pm and weekend shifts from 9am-5pm. This role requires comfort as the sole provider, performing various in-office procedures, managing occupational medicine cases, and interpreting EKGs and X-rays.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Serve as the sole provider in an urgent care setting.
- Perform EKG interpretation.
- Perform X-Ray interpretation.
- Execute splinting and fabrication of splints.
- Conduct laceration repair and suturing.
- Perform incision and drainage procedures.
- Perform ear wax removal.
- Perform foreign body removal of skin.
- Perform foreign body removal of eye.
- Manage nosebleeds.
- Administer IVs.
- Perform toenail excision or removal.
- Provide wound care.
- Handle occupational medicine cases including workplace injuries, evaluations, and drug testing.
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided