Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Louisiana

Company: LocumJobsOnline
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Nurse Practitioner | Family Practice Location: Louisiana Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Louisiana! We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana starting Jan 1, 2026. This role offers flexible PRN scheduling with 10-15 shifts per month, each shift running from 8am to 8pm. Candidates must have at least 2 recent years of urgent care experience and be prepared to act as the sole provider, managing a patient volume of 30-35 per day. Job Details - Location: Louisiana - Start Date: Jan 1, 2026 - LOA: 30 days - Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner - Schedule: PRN shifts as needed; 10-15 shifts per month, 8am-8pm Responsibilities and Duties - Serve as the sole urgent care provider, assessing and treating a wide range of acute medical conditions - Perform basic urgent care procedures independently - Manage a daily patient load of 30-35 - Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements - Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation - Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced urgent care setting Additional Information - Must have at least 2 recent years of urgent care experience - Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Louisiana - Department of Transportation (DOT) Certification required, or willingness to obtain promptly after offer - Comfortable working 12-hour shifts - Board certification not required 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. LI-SC1 About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry - Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue - Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive - Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach - We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process - From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest! Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided - Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support - When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible. 1687774EXPPLAT

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