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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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 20-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California, starting Feb 2, 2026. The assignment offers an 8-hour day shift, Monday through Thursday, with a shortened shift on Friday, providing a balanced weekday schedule. This role is ideal for a nurse practitioner experienced with patient checkups,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 16, 2026, for 60 days. This role features day shifts, Monday through Friday, in a busy clinic caring for a diverse patient population. The assignment requires recent experience in a Family Practice setting and an active California DEA and...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 16, 2026. This position features day shifts from 8am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, in a busy clinic environment. Candidates must have recent family practice experience, active California licensure, and hold a current DEA with furnishing...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a confident Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner for a 5-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Mar 16, 2026. This clinic-based role offers day shifts, Monday through Friday, and involves low patient volume with some days seeing no patients and busy days averaging 5-6 cases.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner with urgent care experience for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Mar 30, 2026, and features a Monday through Friday, full-time schedule with day shifts from 7:30am to 6:00pm. The Nurse Practitioner will oversee two advanced practice providers and manage a...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in California starting Feb 17, 2026. This 60-day opportunity offers a Monday to Friday schedule, 8am to 5pm, serving a diverse pediatric population in a community-focused clinic setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Feb 17, 2026LOA: 60 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Our client in California is seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment starting May 18, 2026. This role involves managing high volume, high acuity cases with shifts typically 10 to 12 hours long, including weekend coverage. The successful candidate will perform various procedures such as laceration repair, ingrown toenail removal,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner for an engaging 70-day assignment in California, starting Mar 23, 2026. The schedule involves working regular site hours, typically 8am to 5pm. In this vital role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive adult medicine care and actively managing patient continuum of care, addressing...
Location:CA
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 24-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Mar 20, 2026. This role involves managing primary care in an FQHC setting with a focus on rural health aspects, requiring the ability to handle multiple patient complaints per visit across all age groups, including Spanish-speaking patients....
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Our client in California is actively seeking an experienced Obstetrics/Gynecology Nurse Practitioner for a 70-day assignment starting May 11, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive care during weekday shifts from 8a-5p, focusing on general GYN and OB cases, well-woman care, and managing various prenatal and gynecological procedures.Responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
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.