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 seeking an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner for an 8-week locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Sep 22, 2025. This opportunity offers a flexible two-day-per-week schedule with day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The assignment is ideal for advanced practice providers with a strong background in family or internal medicine who can work independently...
Location:TX
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for a 24-week locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Sep 26, 2025. This telehealth opportunity requires weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday, 2:00pm–5:00pm CST), with additional hours available on Wednesdays and Fridays. The ideal candidate holds 20+ state licenses/DEAs and has telehealth...
Location:TX
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner for an 80-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. Starting Nov 3, 2025, this role features weekday shifts with on-call responsibilities every other week. The assignment involves basic physicals and injury care, offering a rewarding opportunity to support occupational health needs.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:TX
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Texas starting Dec 15, 2025. This 26-week opportunity features a highly flexible schedule with 4 hours per week available Monday through Friday during daytime hours. You will meet one-on-one with patients, assess their needs, and develop individualized...
Location:TX
Specialty:Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 25-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Texas, starting Sep 15, 2025. This opportunity features day shifts, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. The assignment focuses on occupational medicine and workers compensation cases.Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: Sep 15,...
Location:TX
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Barton is seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity starts as early as Dec 8, 2025, and covers day and evening shifts with a mix of weekdays and weekends in a PICU setting. The role involves managing post-operative pediatric patients and requires experience in pediatric...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Barton is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins Jan 5, 2026, and has a mix of 13 hour day/night shifts for 8-14 days per month. The selected locum will be handling PICU coverage, physicals, illnesses, and other critical care cases. There is...
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.