Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs in California
Looking for nurse practitioner jobs in California? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens NP jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens nurse practitioners (NPs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
What’s it like to work as a nurse practitioner in California? Visit our Nurse Practitioner Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in California here.
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Travel to California for your next locum tenens assignment! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in urgent care to begin coverage in early June. Hours include 10 hour shifts (4p - 2a) for 4 nights per week. The selected locum will be handling X-ray reads, stitches, ankle sprains, laceration repairs, neonatal assessments, and other...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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The Golden State of California is the home of your next locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in family practice to begin coverage in early May. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts for 3 days per week. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of family medicine cases and procedures. There is a chance for...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Looking for your next locum tenens opportunity? Look no further! Our client in California is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in urgent care to begin coverage in early June. Hours include 11p - 9a night shifts for 4 nights per week. The selected locum will be handling ankle sprains, stitches, laceration repairs, X-ray reads, and other urgent...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Your new job is waiting in California! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in OB/GYN to begin coverage in early June. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling annual evals, health screenings, prenatal care, chronic illnesses, and other OB/GYN cases. There is a chance for an extension...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Ever wanted to visit California? Now you can with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in dermatology to begin coverage in early May. Hours include 8:30a - 5p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling skin screenings, biopsies, rashes, Botox injections, and other dermatology...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Your new job is waiting in California! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in orthopedic surgery to begin coverage immediately. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling pre/post op care, spine cases, fractures, arthroplasties, dislocations, and other orthopedic surgery cases. There...
Location:CA
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a skilled Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment at a multi-specialty clinic in California. Starting on 06/02/2025, this opportunity offers a varied schedule across two locations. The NP will work Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 AM to 6 PM at one location, Wednesdays through Fridays from 8 AM to 4:30 PM at...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a skilled Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 40-day locum tenens assignment at a correctional facility in California. Starting on 05/19/2025, this opportunity offers a Tuesday to Friday schedule from 7:00am to 3:30pm, with 32 hours per week and the possibility of some weekend work. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens position at a clinic in California. This 10-day assignment offers weekday coverage, starting 04/28/2025, with a schedule of Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with pediatric care for patients 18 and under, handling both sick and well...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women and Adolescent Health for a locum tenens position at a healthcare facility in California. This 30-day assignment begins on 05/12/2025, with a Monday through Friday schedule from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with potentially handling some gynecological cases,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Women and Adolescent Health
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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California Nurse Practitioner Job FAQs
What are locum tenens nurse practitioner jobs?
Locum tenens NP jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel nurse practitioners hold all the same qualifications as a permanent nurse practitioner, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
How much do nurse practitioners make in California?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in California earn an average of $161,540 a year.
What is the scope of practice for nurse practitioners in California?
Nurse practitioners have restricted practice authority in California. Restricted scope of practice means state laws restrict the ability for NPs to practice in at least one element. They require a career-long supervision or management by another healthcare provider.
What are the continuing education requirements for NPs in California?
NPs in California are required to complete 30 hours of CE every two years, in order to renew or maintain their license.
What is the highest paying NP specialty?
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.