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 Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner for a 65-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Oct 6, 2025. This full-time role offers a Monday through Friday schedule, with a primary focus on surgical assist for orthopedic procedures and one day per week in clinic. Candidates must have recent and consistent orthopedic experience, be comfortable...
Location:CA
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
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 Oct 13, 2025. This full-time role offers day shifts (8am-5pm) with potential for a flexible schedule, serving a primarily Spanish-speaking patient population and focusing on family practice care.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Oct 13, 2025LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 65-day locum tenens assignment in California starting Dec 1, 2025. This role features 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday, and involves a mix of emergency and urgent care (Rapid Care) settings with same-day and next-day appointments as well as walk-ins.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 91-day locum tenens assignment in California. This position begins on Dec 1, 2025, and offers consistent 8-hour day shifts, 11am to 5pm, seven days a week. The ideal candidate will have recent experience in both emergency room and urgent care settings and is comfortable managing same day and next...
Location:CA
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are currently seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting on Sep 15, 2025. This role is based in a community health center focused on pediatric care, primarily involving scheduled visits with some walk-ins for acute symptoms. The schedule is set for weekdays, from 8 AM to 5 PM. Proficiency in...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Sep 1, 2025, and involves a schedule of Monday to Wednesday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The practitioner will deliver comprehensive primary care services in a dynamic outpatient setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Sep 1, 2025LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 1, 2025. This critical role involves 24-hour shifts providing round-the-clock care in a NICU setting, addressing both high-risk deliveries and standard neonatal care needs.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaFacility Type: HospitalStart Date: Dec...
Location:CA
Specialty:Neonatology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) specializing in Obstetrics/Gynecology for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. Starting on 08/18/2025, this position offers a Monday to Friday schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive primary and women's health care, including patient exams, diagnoses,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Oct 20, 2025, and features weekday day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The provider will primarily handle scheduled visits, with some walk-ins for acute symptoms. Experience working with underserved Latinx populations is required, and familiarity...
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. This opportunity starts Jan 5, 2026, and runs for 120 days with a Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule. The provider will support both inpatient wound care and acute rehab, as well as outpatient family practice cases and procedures, offering...
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.