Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in NC
- ID: 212127B
- Updated December 14th, 2025
- Job ID 212127B
- 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, starting Dec 16, 2025. This full-time position features 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend shifts, with a rotating 36/40 schedule and every other weekend required. Providers must be able to work autonomously in a fast-paced setting.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; every other weekend required. Weekdays 8am-8pm, weekends 8am-4pm. Must be able to float within relatively close clinics.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Independently assess and manage acute care patients in an urgent care setting
- See 40+ patients per shift while maintaining high standards of patient care
- Collaborate with medical assistants and front desk staff as part of a streamlined business model
- Work autonomously, making clinical decisions and managing patient flow efficiently
- Adapt to a rotating schedule and float between clinic locations as needed
- Maintain compliance with all relevant clinical protocols and best practices
Additional Information
- Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in North Carolina
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and DEA certification required
- DOT certification is a plus
- Must be able to work autonomously; candidates with less than one year of experience or new graduates will not be 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