Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in NC

Job Description

We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 48-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Jul 29, 2026. This role involves autonomous work within a provider-MA-front desk model, managing a high volume of urgent care patients. The schedule typically features 12-hour shifts on weekdays and 8-hour shifts on weekends, focusing on acute care, cold, cough, flu, I&D, suturing, lacerations, and reading EKGs and X-rays.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work autonomously within a provider, MA, and front desk team model.
• Manage a high volume of patients, typically 40+ per 12-hour shift.
• Address urgent care cases including acute illnesses, colds, coughs, and flu.
• Perform procedures such as incision and drainage (I&D), suturing, and laceration repair.
• Primarily treat the adult patient population.
• Interpret EKGs and X-rays.

Additional Information

• EMR: Epic

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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