Nurse Practitioner Jobs as Locum Tenens Across California , NY and USA
A Nurse Practitioner (NP) with Basic Life Support (BLS) certification provides primary and specialized healthcare services. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating illnesses, prescribing medications, ordering tests, and educating patients. NPs work independently or with physicians in hospitals, clinics, and private practices.
Find NP Jobs That Fit Your Career Goals
Intuitive Health Services has Nurse Practitioner (NP) openings in California. These locum tenens positions are based at Department of State Hospitals locations and offer opportunities to provide patient care in a structured healthcare setting.
Available locations include:
Review each opening to compare the location, pay, schedule, duties, and job requirements. If a position matches your qualifications and availability, apply through Intuitive Health Services to start the next steps in the hiring and credentialing process.
Which Nurse Practitioner Role Is Right for You?
Nurse Practitioners can work in different specialties, so your certification and clinical experience can shape the jobs available to you. Choosing roles that match your specialty can help you find opportunities that fit your skills and career goals.
Some common specialties include:
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP): Provides primary and preventive care for patients across different age groups.
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP): Focuses on healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents.
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP): Assesses and treats mental health conditions and may manage medications within their scope of practice.
Adult-Gerontology NP: Provides care for adults, including older patients, depending on the specialty and practice setting.
Acute Care NP: Provides care for patients with complex or urgent health needs, often in hospital settings.
Whether you’re looking for FNP jobs, PNP roles, or PMHNP positions, review each listing carefully to confirm that your certification and experience match the role.
How Much Do NPs Make?
Pay varies by location, specialty, experience, and assignment type. You will also find additional benefits, such as health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (PTO), and a 401(k) retirement plan.
That said, remember that these benefits vary by assignment, employment type, and eligibility. Always review the specific job listing for details about pay, benefits, employment type, and eligibility before applying.
Moreover, compensation can vary based on:
Specialty and certification
Location
Clinical experience
Healthcare setting
Assignment length
Schedule and shift
Employer or staffing agency
Therefore, when comparing opportunities, look beyond the advertised wage and consider the assignment location, schedule, benefits, and other terms.
Where Do These Professionals Earn the Most?
California has the highest mean annual wage for NPs among U.S. states. NPs earn an average salary of $176,760 for the profession.
What Are the Requirements to Become an NP?
Becoming a Nurse Practitioner requires registered nurse licensure, graduate-level education, advanced practice training, and certification. Requirements can vary by state and NP specialty.
The general path to becoming a Nurse Practitioner includes:
Become a Registered Nurse. Complete an approved nursing program and obtain RN licensure.
Complete graduate NP education. You must earn at least a master's degree in an APRN role.
Choose a specialty. Your graduate education and certification should align with the population and specialty in which you intend to practice.
Obtain national certification. Certification requirements depend on the specialty and certifying organization.
Obtain state authorization. NPs must meet the licensing and practice requirements of the state where they work.
Complete assignment-specific requirements. Locum positions may require additional documentation, credentialing, background checks, or facility-specific requirements.
What Do NPs Need to Practice in California?
California NPs must hold an active California RN license and meet the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requirements for NP certification. The BRN requires qualifying graduate-level education and certification requirements based on the NP pathway.
If you completed your NP program outside California, you may need to provide additional documentation, including verification of your NP education and advanced pharmacology coursework.
California also has additional pathways under Assembly Bill 890 (AB 890) for NPs who want to practice without standardized procedures. The law created two categories:
103 NP: Can practice without standardized procedures in certain group settings where at least one physician and surgeon practices with the NP. Eligibility includes national certification and at least three full-time equivalent years or 4,600 hours of qualifying transition-to-practice experience in California.
104 NP: Can practice without standardized procedures in an independent setting within the limits of their national certification, knowledge, and experience. An NP must first practice as a 103 NP in good standing for at least three full-time equivalent years or 4,600 hours before becoming eligible for the 104 NP pathway.
The 103 and 104 NP pathways are optional. NPs can continue practicing under California's traditional standardized procedure requirements if they do not pursue these certifications.
If you are planning to work in California, check your current RN license, NP certification, national certification, and the requirements of the specific role before applying.
Why Work With a Nurse Practitioner Staffing Agency?
A Nurse Practitioner staffing agency can make it easier to find healthcare jobs that match your skills, location, and schedule. Instead of searching through different job boards and contacting employers on your own, you can work with a staffing team that connects you with available opportunities.
Working with a healthcare staffing agency like Intuitive Health Services can offer several benefits:
Access to more opportunities: Staffing agencies work with healthcare facilities that need qualified NPs. This can give you access to job openings that may not be easy to find on your own.
Flexible job options: Locum tenens assignments can offer different schedules, locations, and assignment lengths. This can help you choose work that fits your career plans.
Support during the hiring process: A staffing team can guide you through the application, credentialing, and onboarding steps.
Less time spent searching: Instead of managing every part of your job search alone, you can review relevant openings and focus on the positions that fit your qualifications.
Opportunities in different settings: Locum tenens NP jobs can help you gain experience in new healthcare settings and locations.
Whether you are looking for locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs, travel opportunities, or another type of NP position, Intuitive Health Services can help you explore available openings and take the next step in your job search.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I consider when choosing a Nurse Practitioner job?
Consider the specialty, location, pay, schedule, assignment length, and job requirements before applying. You should also confirm that your state license, certification, and clinical experience match the position.
How does a Nurse Practitioner staffing agency work?
A staffing agency connects qualified NPs with healthcare organizations that need providers. Intuitive Health Services helps candidates search for opportunities, apply for positions, and navigate the credentialing process through its staffing platform.
What support does Intuitive Health Services provide to Nurse Practitioners?
Intuitive Health Services supports Nurse Practitioners through the job search, application, and credentialing process. The team helps candidates move from finding an opportunity to starting their assignment.