Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs in North Carolina
Looking for nurse practitioner jobs in North Carolina? 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 North Carolina? Visit our Nurse Practitioner Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in North Carolina here.
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This role starts on Dec 16, 2025, and offers a dynamic rotating full-time schedule, including 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend hours. The Nurse Practitioner will work autonomously, supported by a medical assistant and front...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Jan 6, 2026, spans 84 days, and features a 7 on 7 off schedule with 12-hour day and night shifts in a state-of-the-art Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. This role is ideal for nurse practitioners with a minimum...
Location:NC
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity starts on Mar 10, 2026, for a 1-day assignment with shift hours from 7a to 12p. The role focuses on providing skin cancer screenings, ideal for candidates with 1-2 years of dermatology or skin cancer screening experience or new graduates...
Location:NC
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Trauma Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and spans a 36-day contract, offering 5-10 shifts per month with day and night 12-hour shifts. The ideal candidate is board certified in surgery, skilled in advanced trauma life support, and proficient...
Location:NC
Specialty:Trauma Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Neurological Nurse Practitioner for a 56-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins Jan 12, 2026, and features a 7 on, 7 off block schedule with alternating day and night 12-hour shifts. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and hold the Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist...
Location:NC
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Dec 29, 2025. This role features a 36/40 rotation with 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend shifts, providing care in a setting staffed by a provider, medical assistant, and front desk.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Dec 16, 2025. This full-time position features 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend shifts, with a rotating 36/40 schedule and every other weekend required. Providers must be able to work autonomously in a fast-paced setting.Job...
Location:NC
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 North Carolina. This opportunity starts on Dec 16, 2025, and spans an 80-day contract, offering full-time 12-hour shifts with rotating schedules and every other weekend required. The provider will work autonomously in a streamlined team environment, ensuring...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 75-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Nov 24, 2025. This role features a rotating schedule with 12-hour weekday shifts and 8-hour weekend shifts. The provider will work autonomously within a streamlined team model and utilize the Epic EMR system.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. Starting Dec 16, 2025, this full-time role features a rotating schedule with 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend hours, requiring the ability to work autonomously and float among nearby clinics.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in North Carolina earn an average of $121,590 a year.
What is the scope of practice for nurse practitioners in North Carolina?
Nurse practitioners have a restricted scope of practice in North Carolina. 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 North Carolina?
NPs in North Carolina are required to complete 50 hours of CE to maintain licensure.
What is the highest paying NP specialty?
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.