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Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice Jobs in California

Explore Locums Nurse Practitioner Opportunities in California with AMN Healthcare

Are you a Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice professional seeking locums job opportunities in California? Look no further! AMN Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding temporary positions that align with your career goals. With a total of 13 Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs currently available, your next exciting opportunity awaits.

Competitive Compensation for Temporary Nurse Practitioner Jobs in California Awaits You

When it comes to compensation, AMN Healthcare ensures that our locums opportunities are both rewarding and competitive. The pay rates for our current temporary Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice jobs in California range from $120k per year to $224k yearly. In the last year, average pay rate based on 202 Nurse Practitioner jobs in was $161k per year. As of Jul 13, 2026, the average annual salary for available locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs stands at $172k per year.

Stay Informed About California Salary Trends for Locums Nurse Practitioner Jobs

Understanding the salary landscape is crucial when evaluating your career options. Based on historical data from the last year of posted locums tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs in California, the average annual salary remains steady at $161k per year. Additionally, the highest paying job in California for a temporary Nurse Practitioner position in the past year reached $255k annually, illustrating the potential for substantial earnings in the Nurse Practitioner field.

Flexible Start Dates in California to Suit Your Schedule

AMN Healthcare recognizes the importance of flexibility in your career. As of Jul 13, 2026, we offer temp Nurse Practitioner jobs in California with various starting dates, including Jul 26, 2026 (13 jobs). This flexibility allows you to plan your assignments according to your preferences, making your transition into a new role seamless.

Diverse California Facilities Hiring Nurse Practitioner

Temporary jobs in California for Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practices span across various healthcare facilities, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital (47 jobs), Clinic (28 jobs), Children’s Hospital (9 jobs), Wellness Clinic (4 jobs), and Ntl Assn Community Hlth Ctrs (3 jobs) facilities. This diversity not only broadens your options for gaining new experience but also provides valuable networking opportunities.

Benefits of a Locums Nurse Practitioner Job in California

Opting for a temporary position offers unique benefits, including:

  • Variety and Adventure: Locums roles allow you to work in different settings and healthcare institutions around California, offering a diverse and enriching experience.
  • Flexibility: You have control over your schedule, enabling you to achieve a desirable work-life balance.
  • High Earning Potential: California locums positions often come with competitive pay rates, offering you the opportunity to earn a significant income while maintaining flexibility.
  • Skill Enhancement: Exposure to various healthcare environments enhances your clinical skills and adaptability.

Ready to embark on your next locums adventure? Explore our exclusive Locums Nurse Practitioner jobs in California on AMNHealthcare.com and take the first step towards a dynamic and rewarding career in healthcare. Your dream job is just a click away!

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Top Cities in California with Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 13 locum tenens Nurse Practitioner positions available in the state of California. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

Highest Paying Jobs in California

AMN Healthcare currently has locum tenens Nurse Practitioner positions available in California.
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Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4 – 10 hour shifts per week (every other weekend). Possibility of some beeper call for urgent cases.
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient and outpatient.
  • Type of cases: Spine orthopedic surgery cases.
  • Credentialing timeframe: up to 90 days.
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC (Health Connect – Kaiser Permanente’s version of EPIC).
  • Certifications required: Board Certified, Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certifications are required. If the provider is a Nurse Practitioner, they must have their First Assist Certification.
  • Licensure: Must have an active California State license.
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Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$102 to $110
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details and requirements for this opportunity:• Schedule: Monday -Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm• Practice Setting: Inpatient and outpatient, clinic and hospital settings• Type of cases and required procedures: General cardiology cases in both inpatient and outpatient settings • Credentialing timeframe: 60–90 days• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Epic• Certifications required: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support)• Licensure required: Active state license and Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA) required, Board Certified (BC)
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Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • July 26, 2026
$102 to $110
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details & requirements for this opportunity: 
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, one provider will be scheduled from 8:30a-5:00p and the second provider will be scheduled from 10:00a-6:30p.
  • Setting: Outpatient clinic. 
  • Cases: Clinic based coverage. Follow up patients and some new patients (3, 6, 12 month appointments). Coordinating emails with ancillary services, ordering oncology tests, refilling patient prescriptions. Follow up on treatment of patients and seeing patients prior to them doing chemotherapy. Bone Marrow Biopsy highly preferred. Will see both inpatient patients as well as some virtual patients from clinic.   
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 60+ days. 
  • Licensure: Must have an active California license. 
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Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$97 to $105
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.   Details and requirements for this opportunity: Shift times: 11a-9pBack up specialties available: YesPhysician and ancillary support: YesElectronic Medical Record (EMR): EpicCertifications required: Basic Life Support (BLS); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$97 to $105
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm. 
  • Setting: Clinic. 
  • Types of cases: Provider will be covering the Infusion Center.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45 to 60 days
  • Board Certification: Must be Board Certified in either Oncology or Hematology.
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Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • July 26, 2026
$87 to $95
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a-5:00p
  • Patients Per Day: 20-22
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient Clinic
  • Scope: Standard Primary Care, All Ages
  • State Licensure: Active California State License and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
  • Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Board Certified
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 30 Days
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Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$82 to $89
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: Monday – Sunday, 10 hour shifts (10:45am-9:15pm). Flexibility preferred but plan on working Tuesday and Wednesdays weekly and every other weekend, with other shifts schedule around those.
  • Patients per day: Three Patients per hour – Estimated 24 Patients per 10 hour shift.
  • Practice setting: Urgent Care.
  • Scope: Urgent Care and “Same Day” visits which are episodic one-off issues, along with Fractures, Suturing, X-Rays, Toenail Removal. Must be comfortable with higher acuity cases, as needed. Emergency Room experience a plus but must be experienced in higher acuity settings. Must have experience with patients of all ages and pediatric patients – birth to death.  
  • State Licensure: Must have an active California license.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 60+ days.
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Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$82 to $89
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: Monday – Sunday, 12pm-10:30pm and every other weekend rotation (40-hour week total). Outpatient cases.
  • Patients per day: Three Scheduled Patients per hour with two blocks scheduled for Mentor Spots. 20 Minutes per patient for both in person and video. 10 Minutes for Telephone visits. Must be comfortable with telephone visits and video visits but likely only doing face to face.
  • Practice setting: Urgent Care.
  • Scope: Urgent Care & “Same Day” visits which are episodic one-off issues, along with Fractures, Suturing, X-Rays, Toenail Removal. Must be comfortable with higher acuity cases, as needed. ER Experience a plus but must be experienced in higher acuity settings.
  • State Licensure: Must have an active California license.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 90 days.
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Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$73 to $79
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details & requirements for this opportunity:·      Schedule: Monday – Friday 8a-5p with 30 minute lunch.·      Patients per day: 20-25·      Practice Setting: Urgent Care Clinic·      State Licensure: California state medical license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Board Certified and Department of Transportation (DOT).·      Credentialing Timeframe: 2 weeks
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Adult Physician Assistant (PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$73 to $79
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Adult Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm.
  • Patients per day: Bridge Clinic, so patients per day is yet to be determined, but it will ramp up. Estimated 12-16 patients per day
  • Practice Setting: Clinic.
  • Scope: Adult Medicine.
  • State Licensure: California State License.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 0-30 days (must be previously credentialed with Kaiser).
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Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • July 26, 2026
$73 to $79
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: PRN SHIFTS AS NEEDED – Clinic is Open Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m. Sunday 9:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Rotation Every Other Weekend.
  • Patients Per Day: 10-12
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient Wellness Clinic
  • Scope: Wellness, Elective IV Therapy, Good Faith Exams
  • State Licensure: Active California State License and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 30 Days
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Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • July 26, 2026
$73 to $79
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details & requirements for this opportunity:·      Schedule: Monday – Friday 8a-5p·      Patients per day: 12 average·      Practice Setting: Clinic·      Scope: Inpatient·      State Licensure: California state medical license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Board Certified, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Controlled Substance Registration (CSR).
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Obstetric and Gynecology (OBGYN) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • July 26, 2026
$62 to $67
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity: 
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. 
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient Clinic.
  • Types of Cases: Focus will be with GYN cases and some OB, if schedule shifts seeing well women visits. Some Video appointments included along with clinic coverage; Strong GYN experience required. Must be comfortable doing own ultrasounds and dating down to 8 weeks. Must be comfortable with preventive GYN cases. EMB & comfortable with abnormal bleeding & HRT. Bartholin Abscess, PAPS.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 90 days.
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Health Connect – Kaiser Permanente’s version of EPIC.
  • Certifications Required: Active Board Certification and Basic Life Certification (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) are required.
  • Licensure Required: Active California state License is required.
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Statistics on Nurse Practitioner Locums Jobs in California

At AMN Healthcare, we try to provide you with the data you need to make a decision about working a Nurse Practitioner locum tenens job in California. We’ve compiled information about salary ranges and trends over the last 3 months, along with other important statistics about types of healthcare facilities offering work in California so you have the latest at your fingertips.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs in California

How many locums Nurse Practitioner jobs are currently available in California?

As of Jul 13, 2026, AMN Healthcare currently has 13 exclusive travel Nurse Practitioner job opportunities waiting for you in California.

What is the salary range for locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs in California?

The pay rates for the available locums Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice jobs in California range from $120k to $255k per year, providing competitive compensation options.

What is the average annual salary for Nurse Practitioner locums positions in California?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average annual salary based on 215 locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs in California is $162k yearly, ensuring you are fairly rewarded for your expertise.

Can you tell me about historical salary trends in California for travel Nurse Practitioner positions?

Based on historical data from the last year, the average annual salary for locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs in California was $161k per year. The highest-paying locums position in California in the past year reached $255k annually, showcasing the potential for substantial earnings.

Are there flexible start dates available for these California Nurse Practitioner jobs?

Yes, as of Jul 13, 2026, AMN Healthcare offers locum tenens Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice jobs in California with various starting dates to accommodate your schedule. Some options include a start date of Jul 26, 2026 (13 jobs).

What types of healthcare facilities offer locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs in California?

Our locum tenens Nurse Practitioner opportunities in California span across diverse healthcare settings, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital (47 jobs), Clinic (28 jobs), Children’s Hospital (9 jobs), Wellness Clinic (4 jobs), and Ntl Assn Community Hlth Ctrs (3 jobs).

What locums Nurse Practitioner jobs are available at Short Term Acute Care Hospital facilities in California?

AMN Healthcare has 5 locums Nurse Practitioner jobs at Short Term Acute Care Hospital facilities in California with pay ranging from $120k to $224k per year as of Jul 13, 2026.

Are there locums Nurse Practitioner jobs available at Clinic facilities in California?

AMN Healthcare has 3 locums Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice jobs at Clinic facilities in California with pay ranging from $141k to $173k per year as of Jul 13, 2026.

Places in or Nearby California Where Locums Nurse Practitioner Jobs Are Located

In California, facilities like Tehama County Health Services Agency, Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building and County Of Contra Costa all have departments that hire for locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs. These facilities are nearby to cities like Red Bluff (zip code 96080), Lancaster (zip code 93534) and Martinez.

Other nearby states to California that offer Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practices jobs are Oregon (468 miles, Zip Codes 97030, 97367, 97225), Arizona (499.2 miles, Zip Codes 85929, 85613, 85671) and Washington (709.2 miles, Zip Codes 98604, 99133, 98112). These are near to zip codes: 97030 (468 miles).

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Healthcare Facilities in California that Offer Locums Nurse Practitioner Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered travel jobs for Nurse Practitioner professionals.

Kaiser Permanente – Downey Medical Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 N, and 13 N
Departments
Neonatal Intensive Care – Level III-IV, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit RN, Pediatric RN, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Surgical Nurse Practitioner, and Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
Address
9333 Imperial Hwy
Downey, CA 90242
St Joseph Hospital – Eureka
Departments
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner, Critical Care NP, Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner, Interventional Cardiology Physician, Laborist, Neurosurgery, Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedic, Pain Anesthesiology, Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Surgical, and Surgical Nurse Practitioner
Address
2700 DOLBEER STREET
Eureka, CA 95501
Mercy Medical Center Merced
Shifts
12 D
Departments
Acute Care Physical Therapy, Family Care Nurse Practitioner, Interventional Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology Physician, and Laborist
Address
333 MERCY AVE.
Merced, CA 95340
Mercy Medical Center Redding
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Physician Assistant, CVOR, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Physician, Neonatology, Neonatology, Neurologic Hospital Medicine, Neurology Physician, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery, Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery, Pediatric Hospital Medicine, Surgical, and Surgical Critical Care (Trauma Surgery)
Address
2175 ROSALINE AVE CLAIRMONT HGTS
Redding, CA 96001
Nearby Neighborhoods
Shady Acres Trailer Park (96001), Reddingwood Mobile Home Park (96001), Riverside Mobile Park (96001), Marina Travel Park (96001), Country Club Mobile Estates (96002)
Kaiser Permanente – Panorama City Medical Center
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Departments
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner, Maternal Newborn, Oncology RN, Optometry, and Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Address
13651 Willard St
Panorama City, CA 91402
Garfield Specialty Center
Shifts
8 D, 9 D, and 10 D
Departments
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care PA, Primary Care Physician Assistant, Skilled LPN/LVN, Skilled Nursing Physical Therapy, and Skilled RN
Address
5893 Copley Dr.
San Diego, CA 92111
Nearby Neighborhoods
North Clairemont (92117), University City (92122), Clairemont (92111), Elvira (92037), Serra Mesa (92123)
Kaiser Permanente – Fontana Medical Center
Shifts
8 E
Departments
Dermatology Nurse Practitioner, Family Care Nurse Practitioner, Mammography, MRI Radiologic Technology, Obstetrician Gynecologist, Obstetrician Gynecologist, Oncology Nurse Practitioner, Optometry, Pediatric Anesthesiology, Pediatric Anesthesiology Physician, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Surgical, and Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
Address
9961 Sierra Ave
Fontana, CA 92335
Nearby Neighborhoods
Declez (92337), South Fontana (92337), Declezville (92337), Southridge Village (92337), Walnut Ridge (92336)
County Of Contra Costa
Departments
Adult Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Care Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine Physician, and Pediatric Physician
Address
255 Glacier Dr
Martinez, CA 94553
Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building
Departments
Family Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Care Nurse Practitioner, Obstetrician Gynecologist, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and Psychology Physician
Address
43112 15th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
Riverside Medical Center
Shifts
8 D
Departments
Diagnostic Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology Physician, Emergency Room Nurse Practitioner, Mammography, Optometry, Outpatient Registered Nurse, and Psychology Physician
Address
10800 MAGNOLIA AVENUE
Riverside, CA 92505
Nearby Neighborhoods
May (92505), Arlington (92503), Arlington Station (92503), La Sierra (92505), Arlanza (92503)

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