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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Louisiana

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Overview

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Louisiana! About The Position We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Louisiana. This opportunity begins on Oct 20, 2025, and features an outpatient primary care schedule, Monday through Thursday from 9am to 4:30pm, and Friday from 9am to 12pm. The ideal candidate will serve as the sole provider in an outpatient setting and must have a current Collaborative Practice Agreement on file with the Louisiana Board.

Job Details

Location: Louisiana

Start Date: Oct 20, 2025

LOA: 60 days

Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 9am-4:30pm, Friday 9am-12pm

Responsibilities and Duties

Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care as the sole provider

Conduct patient assessments, develop and implement treatment plans

Manage acute and chronic health conditions for a diverse patient population

Prescribe medications and manage refills in accordance with state and federal guidelines

Document all patient encounters and care plans accurately and timely

Collaborate as needed with ancillary staff to ensure high-quality patient care

Adhere to all clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and safety standards

Qualifications / Additional Information

Must have a current Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) on file with the Louisiana Board

Board certification in Family Medicine required

Outpatient primary care experience as a sole provider is essential

Basic Life Support (BLS) and DEA certification required

IHS experience is a plus

Louisiana state licensure required

Benefits

Strong compensation

Travel-related expenses covered

A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists, travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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