Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
Barton Associates
Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, USA
Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
- locum tenens
- urgent care
An experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner is needed for a 60-day full-time locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, providing autonomous urgent care services across multiple clinics. The role involves patient assessments, diagnostics, managing acute illnesses and injuries, and working collaboratively with healthcare teams while adhering to clinical protocols. Candidates must be licensed in North Carolina, possess BLS and DEA certifications, and be able to work independently on rotating shifts with weekend coverage.
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Dec 16, 2025, offers full-time rotating 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend shifts, and requires the ability to work independently across multiple nearby clinics.
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: North Carolina
- Start Date: Dec 16, 2025
- LOA: 60 days
- Provider Type Needed: Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: Full time, 36/40 rotation schedule; weekdays 8am-8pm, weekends 8am-4pm; every other weekend required; must be able to float within relatively close clinics
Responsibilities and Duties
- Deliver autonomous urgent care services to a high patient volume (40+ patients per shift)
- Work collaboratively with a provider, medical assistant, and front desk team structure
- Perform patient assessments, diagnostics, and urgent interventions
- Manage acute illnesses and minor injuries for a diverse patient population
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation
- Adhere to all clinical protocols and standards
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements
Additional Information
- Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in North Carolina
- Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certifications
- Ability to work autonomously is required; no new graduates will be considered
- DOT certification is a plus
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.




