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 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Nov 17, 2025. This opportunity offers flexible day shifts, Monday through Friday, providing primary care to patients of all ages and managing a variety of cases, including pain management. The role requires a current California state license and DEA...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
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 Dec 1, 2025. This opportunity features a Monday through Friday schedule with 10-hour shifts and a minimum of 18 patients per day. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of experience in panel management, as well as expertise in chronic pain...
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 Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in California. This role starts on Nov 28, 2025, and offers a 40-day assignment with 12-hour shifts from 11 am to 11 pm. Initial shifts are scheduled Nov 28–30 and Dec 1–3, with 6–8 shifts per month from January through March.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Pediatrics Physician Assistant for a 25-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 26, 2026. This outpatient role features day shifts, Monday through Friday, providing care for pediatric patients in a supportive setting with medical assistant support for patient rooming and vaccines.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner with strong women's health experience for a 50-week locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 5, 2026. The schedule includes 24 hours per week across Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with some flexibility for the right candidate. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who have experience serving...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
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 an experienced Interventional Radiology Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins Jan 5, 2026, for a 70-day assignment, with a Monday through Saturday schedule from 8 am to 4:30 pm. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of APP experience in interventional radiology and hold a current Fluoroscopy...
Location:CA
Specialty:Radiology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for a 9-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 6, 2025. This opportunity involves day shifts from 8:30am to 5:30pm, providing care exclusively to school district employees and their families.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 6, 2025LOA: 9 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
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.