Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs in Texas
Looking for nurse practitioner jobs in Texas? 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 Texas? Visit our Nurse Practitioner Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Texas here.
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas beginning Mar 13, 2026. This role requires flexibility to work AM or PM shifts (8am-4pm, 3pm-11pm, or 15-hour shifts), as the sole provider managing all urgent care cases and procedures. Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent urgent care...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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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...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Texas 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 Texas?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in Texas earn an average of $130,010 a year.
What is the scope of practice for nurse practitioners in Texas?
Nurse practitioners have a restricted scope of practice in Tennessee. 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 Texas?
NPs in Texas are required to complete 28 hours of CE to maintain licensure, along with two courses. The courses are geared towards geriatrics, and nursing jurisprudence and ethics.
What is the highest paying NP specialty?
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.