Barton Associates
We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens opportunity in California. This assignment begins on Oct 25, 2025, spans a 4-day duration, and features day shifts with specific hours across late October and early November. The ideal candidate will have experience in urgent care settings and be adept at handling minor illnesses, injuries, and basic medication management.
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
Benefits
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.
Job Details
- Location: California
- Start Date: Oct 25, 2025
- LOA: 4 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule:
- Oct 25 & Nov 1: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM or 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Oct 27 & 28: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Responsibilities and Duties
- Evaluate and manage patients with minor illness or injury
- Provide basic medication management, including for flu, upper respiratory infections, nausea, diabetes, coughing, and headaches
- Deliver care consistent with urgent care standards and scope of practice
- Document patient encounters and treatment plans
- Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team members
Additional Information
- Active Nurse Practitioner license required in California
- Experience in urgent care settings is preferred
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.