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 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 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 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 Surgery - Urology Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Feb 9, 2026, and offers a Monday through Friday schedule with day shifts from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. Candidates must have recent urology clinic experience and prior operating room exposure in urology to effectively guide patients...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urology Surgery
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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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 a Spanish-speaking Family Nurse Practitioner for a 24-week locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins Jan 5, 2026, and features a focused two-day schedule: Fridays from 8am to 5pm and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm. The ideal candidate is paneled with CA Medical and ORP, experienced in rural health, and committed to quality...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 5-week locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 26, 2026. This role offers Monday through Friday day shifts from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. The assignment focuses on urgent care cases, with occasional occupational health responsibilities and no emergency room coverage required.Job...
Location:CA
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 California. This opportunity begins on Jan 26, 2026, and spans a 7-day assignment, with 12-hour shifts from 9a to 9p. The role involves managing urgent care cases in a setting where serious emergencies are referred to other facilities, with occasional occupational...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 5-week locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Jan 26, 2026, with a Monday through Friday schedule featuring 12-hour day shifts. The ideal candidate must have at least one year of recent emergency department experience and be credentialed with Kaiser in Southern California....
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
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.