Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care Needed in TX

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Texas, beginning Feb 5, 2026. This 48-day contract offers shifts of 8 or 12 hours, Wednesday through Sunday, totaling 36-46 hours per week. The assignment requires recent urgent care experience and the ability to work independently as the sole provider.

Job Details

• Location: Texas
• Start Date: Feb 5, 2026
• LOA: 48 days
• Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Wednesday through Sunday, 8 and/or 12 hour shifts, 36-46 hours per week

Responsibilities and Duties

• Deliver comprehensive urgent care services as the sole provider
• Manage all urgent care cases and procedures without clinical training provided
• Ensure timely chart closure by end of each shift
• Demonstrate readiness to independently handle a full range of urgent care presentations

Additional Information

• Must have at least 2 years of recent, true urgent care experience
• Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Texas
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Contract is 3 months with likely extension

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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