Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner

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 desk staff, and will be responsible for managing a high volume of patient visits.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart Date: Dec 16, 2025LOA: 70 daysProvider Type Needed: Urgent Care Nurse PractitionerSchedule: Full time, rotating 36/40 schedule; weekdays 8am-8pm, weekends 8am-4pm, working every other weekend. Example: Week 1 - Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday; Week 2 - Monday, Thursday, Friday. Must be able to float within relatively close clinics.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide autonomous urgent care services to patients, seeing 40+ patients per shiftPerform patient evaluations, diagnoses, and treatments in accordance with accepted standards of clinical practiceCollaborate with a medical assistant and front desk staff to ensure efficient clinic operationsAdhere to all clinical protocols and maintain accurate patient documentationWork within the scope of practice for a Nurse Practitioner and comply with all regulatory guidelinesFloat as needed among nearby clinics to maintain coverageAdditional InformationMust be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in North CarolinaMust possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificationsDOT certification is a plusMust be able to work autonomously; new graduates are not being consideredBenefitsStrong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical malpractice insurance providedDedicated recruiter for future travel opportunitiesWhat 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.

Created: 2025-12-04