Locum Nurse Practitioner; NP - Urgent Care in Louisiana

About the Position

Locum Jobs Online  is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Urgent Care NP in Louisiana!

We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Louisiana. This 120-day opportunity starts on Jan 19, 2026, and offers day shifts Monday through Friday. The Nurse Practitioner will provide care at a new urgent care center until permanent staff are in place.

• Location:
  
  Louisiana
• Start Date:
  
  Jan 19, 2026
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed:
  Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule:
  
  Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm, 8-hour shifts

• Deliver patient care in a new urgent care setting
• Provide medical assessment and treatment for urgent care cases
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed
• Support the urgent care team until permanent staffing is established

• Must hold an active Louisiana Nurse Practitioner license

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• A dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

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.

The Locum Tenens Experts. Barton Associates is a national locum tenens staffing company that supports physicians, physician assistants, dentists, CRNAs, and nurse practitioners with short- and long-term coverage needs.