Locum tenens for nurse practitioners: flexibility with full-time benefits
As a nurse practitioner, your work blends advanced clinical expertise with compassionate patient care. At Weatherby Healthcare, we believe your career should reflect that same balance. Locum tenens puts you in control of your schedule and location while still offering the stability and benefits you’d receive from a staff role.
Why should you work locum tenens as a nurse practitioner?
Locum tenens gives you flexibility without compromising professional growth or financial stability. With locum NP jobs, you can:
Control your schedule
Choose the dates and hours that fit your life.
Work where you want
From large health systems to community clinics, select settings that align with your goals.
Transition with confidence
Explore new specialties, relocate, or bridge gaps between roles with ease.
Prevent burnout
Build in time to recharge between assignments while maintaining income.
Increase earning potential
Many locum NP roles offer higher pay than permanent positions.
Feel supported
Credentialing, travel, housing, and licensing assistance are handled for you.
Why should you work with a staffing agency to find a nurse practitioner locum job?
Partnering with a staffing agency simplifies the locum tenens process and provides comprehensive support at every step, including:
A dedicated consultant who understands your goals and identifies assignments that align with your experience and preferences
Licensing and credentialing assistance
Full malpractice insurance, including tail coverage
Coordinated housing and travel arrangements for every assignment
Streamlined onboarding and 24/7 support throughout your assignment
What are the benefits of working with an agency?
Working with an agency allows you to focus on patient care while we handle the details. We leverage our nationwide facility relationships, real-time market insights, and knowledge of current compensation trends to identify strong opportunities and negotiate competitive terms.
How do you match nurse practitioners with job opportunities?
Our consultants specialize in NP practice areas and have established relationships with healthcare facilities across the nation. They take the time to understand your clinical background, career goals, and scheduling preferences, then match you with opportunities that align with what you’re looking for, ensuring a strong fit for both you and the facility.
What does it cost?
Nothing, it’s free!
What should I look for in a staffing agency?
A strong agency ensures a seamless experience, allowing you to focus on patient care while they manage the details. When evaluating a staffing agency for locum nurse practitioner jobs, consider whether they:
● Have recruiters who specialize in NPs and understand your career goals
● Maintain strong relationships with a variety of healthcare facilities nationwide
● Provide comprehensive support with licensing, credentialing, malpractice coverage, and onboarding
● Offer assistance with travel, housing, and other logistics for assignments
● Maintain clear communication and offer reliable, ongoing support throughout your assignments
Do nurse practitioners get benefits when working locums?
Unlike typical 1099 contract work, NPs working with Weatherby are W-2 employees. This means locum NPs have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Full malpractice insurance, including tail coverage
Healthcare coverage, with bridge coverage between assignments
A 401(k) plan with company match
Hourly compensation with eligibility for overtime
Simplified taxes, with payroll and withholdings managed on your behalf
Locum tenens frequently asked questions
Locum tenens (Latin for “to hold the place of”) refers to clinicians—including NPs—who work on a temporary basis to fill in for others or support facilities with staffing needs. Locum assignments can be short stints or last several months, and the need is especially strong in underserved areas, such as rural communities and urban regions facing healthcare shortages.
Locum tenens NPs step in where there’s a need, covering clinics, hospitals, and other care settings when regular providers are absent or staffing gaps occur. They deliver patient care much like in a staff role, often focusing solely on clinical duties without extra administrative responsibilities.
NPs choose locum tenens for its flexibility, greater control over their schedules, and opportunities to boost income, explore different practice settings, or achieve a better work-life balance. Some also use locums work to travel, pay down debt, or transition toward retirement.
Locum tenens often begins by connecting with a recruiter or agency. They’ll learn about your goals, share suitable assignments, help with applications and credentials, support licensing requirements, and assist with logistics like travel and housing—so you can focus on patient care.
Interested in learning more about locum tenens NP jobs with Weatherby? Consult our step-by-step guide below.
STEP 1: Begin with a brief phone conversation or submit your information through the form on this page. From there, we take the time to understand your experience, preferences, and goals for a locum tenens assignment.
STEP 2: Your consultant will identify and share locum tenens opportunities that align with your needs. You’ll review each option and decide which assignment is the best fit for you.
STEP 3: Your consultant will assist with gathering any required supporting documentation.
STEP 4: Our dedicated credentialing team will manage the credentialing and privileging process and support state licensure, if needed. This is our expertise, and we work to make the process as efficient and seamless as possible.
STEP 5: Beyond securing the assignment, we coordinate travel, rental cars, and housing and can offer local recommendations to help you prepare for your time on assignment.
STEP 6: For added peace of mind, malpractice insurance is provided for the duration of your assignment, at no cost to you.
STEP 7: Once your assignment begins, our team remains available to support you from start to finish, addressing any questions or concerns that may arise.
STEP 8: You can accept as many locum tenens assignments each year as you choose. Locum tenens work adapts to your schedule and professional goals, with the same level of support provided for every assignment.
Benefits of working with Weatherby to find NP jobs
With more than 30 years of experience in healthcare staffing, Weatherby understands the unique scope and licensing requirements of NPs. Whether you are wondering if there are nurse practitioner jobs near me or you want to explore assignments nationwide, we have the nurse practitioner job to match you with opportunities that fit your expertise and lifestyle.
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with match
State licensing fees covered
Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Workers’ compensation
Flights and rental cars
Mileage reimbursement
Housing
Licensing and privileging assistance
Housing and travel teams
Ongoing consultant guidance
30+ years of industry leadership
A company rooted in putting people first
Personalized service for every provider, facility, and patient
What nurse practitioners are saying about working with Weatherby
Telehealth opportunities for NPs
Telehealth is expanding rapidly for NPs. Remote nurse practitioner jobs allow you to provide care via secure video, phone, or messaging platforms. From primary care to chronic disease management, telehealth offers flexibility while improving patient access. Remote jobs as a nurse practitioner may be a good fit for you.
Weatherby is Joint Commission-certified and a member of NALTO
Joint Commission certification reflects Weatherby’s commitment to quality, safety, and rigorous industry standards. In addition, Weatherby is a member of the National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations (NALTO), the only professional association dedicated exclusively to locum tenens staffing, whose members adhere to a strict code of ethics and best practices.
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Best of all, it’s free, so you have nothing to lose
Our healthcare staffing services cost you nothing and require no commitment. Try it out and experience the benefits yourself!
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