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 dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, and offers a consistent Monday through Friday schedule with day shifts from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The provider will be responsible for all aspects of Family Medicine in an outpatient clinic,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 12, 2026. This position offers a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm schedule and involves providing general outpatient care, including well woman exams, IUD procedures, and pediatric cases.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Jan 12, 2026LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Certified Nurse Midwife specializing in Women and Adolescent Health for a 70-day locum tenens outpatient assignment in California. This opportunity starts Feb 2, 2026, and offers a Monday through Friday, 8a-5p schedule with no delivery responsibilities. The role focuses on providing prenatal, postnatal, and newborn care...
Location:CA
Specialty:Women and Adolescent Health
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Jan 12, 2026, and offers flexible start based on credentialing. The position features primary care outpatient coverage, with day shifts available Monday through Saturday, including options for 5x8s or 4x10s, and requires fluency...
Location:CA
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 5, 2026. This role features day shifts, Monday through Friday, with an 8a-5p schedule and a manageable patient load of three per hour in 20-minute time slots. The assignment requires a commitment to the full six-month term.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for an 80-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 29, 2025. This full-time opportunity features day shifts from 8:30am to 5:30pm, 4-5 days per week including Fridays. Candidates with FQHC or rural health experience and Medi-Cal enrollment are encouraged to apply.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
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 Jan 5, 2026. This role spans 80 days and offers a 4-day workweek, with 10-hour shifts from 7am to 6pm. The position involves managing a patient panel from pediatrics to geriatrics, with an emphasis on rural medicine experience.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 45-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and features 12-hour per diem shifts from 9am to 9pm at an urgent care facility operating 365 days a year. Candidates must have prior urgent care and family practice experience, with emergency room...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 23, 2026. This ongoing opportunity features a Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm schedule and involves providing well woman care, IUD procedures, and chronic pain management to patients of all ages.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Feb 23,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Dermatology Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Mar 16, 2026. This role features a consistent Monday through Friday schedule, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, and offers an opportunity to deliver high-quality medical dermatology care in a dynamic setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dermatology
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.