Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in NJ

Job Description

We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 2-day assignment in New Jersey, starting Jun 6, 2026. This role involves varied shifts and includes providing comprehensive urgent care services, managing COVID cases, performing suturing and splinting, and often working as the sole provider to manage high patient volumes until all patients are seen through clinic closing.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide urgent care services, including COVID cases.
• Perform suturing and splinting procedures.
• Serve as a sole provider in a high-volume urgent care setting.
• Manage patient loads of 40-60 per shift.
• Ensure all patients are seen before leaving, even if they arrive close to closing times (8pm weekdays, 4pm weekends).

Additional Information

• EMR: AdvancedMD and Epic systems
• Patient Population: All ages

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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