Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Barton Associates
Lakeport, CA, 95453, USA
Lakeport, CA, 95453, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Primary Care
- Locum Tenens
An experienced Family Nurse Practitioner is needed for an 80-day locum tenens assignment in California, providing primary care across all age groups with a focus on rural medicine. The role requires managing an independent patient panel using the Epic EMR system, with certifications including FNP, ACLS, and DEA. This position offers a 4-day workweek with 10-hour shifts, competitive compensation, and travel-related benefits.
We are seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 5, 2026. This role spans 80 days and offers a 4-day workweek, with 10-hour shifts from 7am to 6pm. The position involves managing a patient panel from pediatrics to geriatrics, with an emphasis on rural medicine experience.
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: Jan 5, 2026
- LOA: 80 days
- Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts (7am to 6pm)
Responsibilities and Duties
- Take over a panel of existing patients and establish care for new patients
- Provide comprehensive care for patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics
- Utilize Epic EMR system for all documentation and patient management
Additional Information
- At least 2 years of experience in a family practice or primary care setting required
- Experience managing an independent patient panel is essential
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certifications required
- Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP) required
- California license required
- Prior experience in rural medicine 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.




