Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs in Louisiana
Looking for nurse practitioner jobs in Louisiana? 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 Louisiana? Visit our Nurse Practitioner Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Louisiana here.
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We are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner specializing in Podiatry for a 24-day locum tenens assignment with a home health service based in Louisiana. This opportunity begins on 06/02/2025, and involves flexible scheduling between Monday and Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The NP will provide mobile services, visiting homes and nursing facilities...
Location:LA
Specialty:Podiatry
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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IMMEDIATE NEED Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice
Experienced Family Practice Nurse Practitioner needed for a locum tenens assignment in Louisiana. This 40-day opportunity, starting 05/05/2025, involves rotating between four clinic facilities on a daily or weekly basis. The schedule is Monday to Thursday from 8am-5pm and Friday from 8am-12pm. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with a wide...
Location:LA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in Louisiana earn an average of $118,670 a year.
What is the scope of practice for nurse practitioners in Louisiana?
Nurse practitioners have reduced practice authority in Louisiana. Reduced practice refers to how state laws reduce NP practice in at least one element. Or the state mandates a collaborative agreement with another healthcare provider for the NP to practice.
What are the continuing education requirements for NPs in Louisiana?
Louisiana nurse practitioners are required to complete 30 hours of CE, at least six of which must be in pharmacology.
What is the highest paying NP specialty?
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.