Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs in Texas
Looking for nurse practitioner jobs in Texas? 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 Texas? Visit our Nurse Practitioner Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Texas here.
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We are actively seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 12-week locum tenens role in Texas starting in early September covering 13-hour shifts, including days, nights, and weekends. This position involves delivering specialized care in a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit setting supporting post-operative care for pediatric cardiology...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a rewarding 8-week locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting on Jul 29, 2025. This role predominantly involves clinical duties (80-90%) with a component of administrative responsibilities (10-20%). The flexible schedule offers either one 10-hour shift or two 5-hour shifts per week, based on what the provider...
Location:TX
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Our client in Texas is seeking a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner to join their team for a locum tenens assignment, starting Jul 14, 2025. This temporary role, lasting 72 days, involves health and wellness screenings and administering intramuscular injections. The selected candidate will work flexible day shifts, 2-3 days per week from Monday to...
Location:TX
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins on Aug 8, 2025, and offers a flexible schedule of either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week. The Nurse Practitioner will work closely with physicians, providing high-quality care in a correctional facility setting.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:TX
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for a 56-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting on Jul 7, 2025. This role involves a Monday to Friday schedule with daily shifts lasting 4-6 hours. The practitioner will be responsible for rounding in a unit focused on brain injury, spinal cord injury, and neurodevelopmental disorders among children...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Hospitalist
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are inviting a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 13-week locum tenens assignment in Texas, beginning Oct 6, 2025. The role involves 10-14, 13-hour shifts per month, covering a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). This position may extend past the initial period, with potential part-time opportunities available.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a skilled Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens position at a Hospital in Texas. This 36-day assignment begins on 09/08/2025, with potential for extension. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) and a step-down acute care cardiology unit. The work schedule...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Texas 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 Texas?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in Texas earn an average of $130,010 a year.
What is the scope of practice for nurse practitioners in Texas?
Nurse practitioners have a restricted scope of practice in Tennessee. 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 Texas?
NPs in Texas are required to complete 28 hours of CE to maintain licensure, along with two courses. The courses are geared towards geriatrics, and nursing jurisprudence and ethics.
What is the highest paying NP specialty?
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.