Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in NC
- ID: 212124B
- Updated November 19th, 2025
- Job ID 212124B
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Urgent Care
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NC
- Practice Setting Urgent Care
- Duration 70 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This role starts on Dec 16, 2025, and offers a dynamic rotating full-time schedule, including 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend hours. The Nurse Practitioner will work autonomously, supported by a medical assistant and front desk staff, and will be responsible for managing a high volume of patient visits.Job Details
- Location: North Carolina
- Start Date: Dec 16, 2025
- LOA: 70 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: Full time, rotating 36/40 schedule; weekdays 8am-8pm, weekends 8am-4pm, working every other weekend. Example: Week 1 – Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday; Week 2 – Monday, Thursday, Friday. Must be able to float within relatively close clinics.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide autonomous urgent care services to patients, seeing 40+ patients per shift
- Perform patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practice
- Collaborate with a medical assistant and front desk staff to ensure efficient clinic operations
- Adhere to all clinical protocols and maintain accurate patient documentation
- Work within the scope of practice for a Nurse Practitioner and comply with all regulatory guidelines
- Float as needed among nearby clinics to maintain coverage
Additional Information
- Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in North Carolina
- Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certifications
- DOT certification is a plus
- Must be able to work autonomously; new graduates are not being considered
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