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Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice Jobs in Texas

Explore Locums Nurse Practitioner Opportunities in Texas with AMN Healthcare

Are you a Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice professional seeking locums job opportunities in Texas? Look no further! AMN Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding temporary positions that align with your career goals. With a total of 9 Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs currently available, your next exciting opportunity awaits.

Competitive Compensation for Temporary Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Texas 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 Texas range from $141k per year to $204k yearly. In the last year, average pay rate based on 117 Nurse Practitioner jobs in was $183k per year. As of Oct 22, 2026, the average annual salary for available locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs stands at $167k per year.

Stay Informed About Texas 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 Texas, the average annual salary remains steady at $183k per year. Additionally, the highest paying job in Texas for a temporary Nurse Practitioner position in the past year reached $224k annually, illustrating the potential for substantial earnings in the Nurse Practitioner field.

Flexible Start Dates in Texas to Suit Your Schedule

AMN Healthcare recognizes the importance of flexibility in your career. As of Oct 22, 2026, we offer temp Nurse Practitioner jobs in Texas with various starting dates, including Nov 5, 2026 (9 jobs). This flexibility allows you to plan your assignments according to your preferences, making your transition into a new role seamless.

Diverse Texas Facilities Hiring Nurse Practitioner

Temporary jobs in Texas for Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practices span across various healthcare facilities, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital (16 jobs), Hospital (2 jobs), Federally Qualified Health Center (2 jobs), Urgent Care (1 job), and Children’s Hospital (1 job) 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 Texas

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 Texas, 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: Texas 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 Texas 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 Texas with Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 9 locum tenens Nurse Practitioner positions available in the state of Texas. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

Highest Paying Jobs in Texas

AMN Healthcare currently has locum tenens Nurse Practitioner positions available in Texas.
locum tenens
Neonatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 2026
$97 to $105
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Neonatology 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: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, one week per month beginning 01/01/2027, no call requirements ·      Practice Setting: Inpatient hospital NICU ·      Type of Cases and Required Procedures: Lower-acuity NICU patients; daytime rounding shifts. NPs must provide documentation within the past 24 months of: ·      Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days ·      Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Epic ·      Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association, Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) ·      Licensure Required: Active State License
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Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 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 & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Annual volume: pending information
  • Shifts: 12-hour shifts, day and night shifts
  • Backup specialties: Providers must be flexible to work both day and night shifts.
  • EMR: Not Specified
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days
  • Certifications Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, Drug Enforcement Administration License, and Board Certification.
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Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 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 & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm | 7:00 pm – 7:00 am
  • Job Setting: Must be comfortable in fast-paced environment
  • Types of Cases: Emergency medicine cases
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45 Days
  • Board Certification required
  • Must have an active Texas license
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Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 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 & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm | 7:00 pm – 7:00 am
  • Job Setting: Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Types of Cases: Emergency medicine cases
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45 Days
  • Board Certification required
  • Must have an active Texas license
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Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 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 & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm | 7:00 pm – 7:00 am
  • Job Setting: Must be comfortable in fast-paced environment
  • Types of Cases: Emergency medicine cases
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45 Days
  • Board Certification required
  • Must have an active Texas license
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Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 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 & requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm | 7:00 pm – 7:00 am
  • Job Setting: Must be comfortable in fast-paced environment
  • Types of Cases: Emergency medicine cases
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45 Days
  • Board Certification required
  • Must have an active Texas license
  • Ambulatory
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Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 2026
$78 to $84
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Urgent Care 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 – Saturday 8 am – 8 pm, Sunday 8 am – 5 pm
  • Job Setting: Urgent Care Center
  • Types of Cases: General urgent care cases
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45 days
  • EMR: Practice Velocity
  • Only considering Family Medicine/Internal Medicine (Provider who can see pediatrics) Providers. Urgent Care Experience is a must.
  • Must be Board Certified in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine or Internal Medicine and Pediatrics
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Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 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 ·      Patients per day: 20-25 ·      Practice Setting: Urgent Care Clinic ·      State Licensure: Texas state medical license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Board Certified, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) certified. ·      Credentialing Timeframe: 2 weeks
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Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 5, 2026
$73 to $79
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Urgent Care 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 8:00a – 8:00p | Saturday 8:00a – 7:00p | Sunday 8:00a – 5:00p
  • Job Setting: Daily Patient Volume is 30-60. Clinics are busy and fast paced.
  • Types of Cases: Typical Urgent Care procedures/cases. Must be able to see All ages 
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 45-60 days
  • Texas License and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) required at time of presentation
  • Must be Board Certified and have no less than 3 years of experience in Urgent Care
  • Must be local
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Statistics on Nurse Practitioner Locums Jobs in Texas

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 Texas. 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 Texas so you have the latest at your fingertips.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Texas

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

As of Oct 22, 2026, AMN Healthcare currently has 9 exclusive travel Nurse Practitioner job opportunities waiting for you in Texas.

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

The pay rates for the available locums Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice jobs in Texas range from $141k to $224k per year, providing competitive compensation options.

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

As of Oct 22, 2026, the average annual salary based on 126 locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs in Texas is $183k yearly, ensuring you are fairly rewarded for your expertise.

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

Based on historical data from the last year, the average annual salary for locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs in Texas was $183k per year. The highest-paying locums position in Texas in the past year reached $224k annually, showcasing the potential for substantial earnings.

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

Yes, as of Oct 22, 2026, AMN Healthcare offers locum tenens Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice jobs in Texas with various starting dates to accommodate your schedule. Some options include a start date of Nov 5, 2026 (9 jobs).

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

Our locum tenens Nurse Practitioner opportunities in Texas span across diverse healthcare settings, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital (16 jobs), Hospital (2 jobs), Federally Qualified Health Center (2 jobs), Urgent Care (1 job), and Children’s Hospital (1 job).

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

AMN Healthcare has 2 locums Nurse Practitioner jobs at Short Term Acute Care Hospital facilities in Texas with pay ranging from $188k to $204k per year as of Oct 22, 2026.

Are there locums Nurse Practitioner jobs available at Hospital facilities in Texas?

AMN Healthcare has 2 locums Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice jobs at Hospital facilities in Texas with pay ranging from $188k to $204k per year as of Oct 22, 2026.

How can I find out when new locums jobs open in Texas?

New locums positions in Texas are added as healthcare facilities post them, so openings can change quickly. Download the AMN Passport app or create an AMN Healthcare profile to set job alerts, save searches, and get notified when roles that match your experience become available. An AMN recruiter can also let you know about upcoming opportunities.

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

In Texas, facilities like Spring Branch Community Health Center, CareNow – El Paso and Children’s Medical Center Dallas all have departments that hire for locum tenens Nurse Practitioner jobs. These facilities are nearby to cities like Katy (zip code 77449), El Paso and DALLAS.

Other nearby states to Texas that offer Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practices jobs are Oklahoma (309.9 miles), Louisiana (429.1 miles, Zip Codes 70809, 70801, 71291) and New Mexico (451.3 miles). (309.9 miles).

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Healthcare Facilities in Texas that Offer Locums Nurse Practitioner Jobs

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

CareNow – El Paso
CareNow – El Paso is an urgent care center located at 7845 N Mesa St Suite A in El Paso, TX, near the Virginia and Chamizal neighborhoods; it includes an Urgent Care department and clinicians in advanced practice and physician roles. As an urgent care center staffed by advanced practice clinicians and physicians, this type of facility typically provides same-day evaluation and treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses and minor injuries.
7845 N Mesa St Suite A, El Paso, TX 79932
Departments
Urgent Care
Children’s Medical Center At Legacy
Children’s Medical Center At Legacy is a children’s hospital located at 7601 Preston Rd., Plano, TX, with clinical departments that include pediatrics and pediatric critical care/intensivist services. The facility lists advanced practice among its clinical professions, and like other children’s hospitals it delivers pediatric inpatient and intensive care services supported by advanced practice clinicians.
7601 PRESTON RD., PLANO, TX 75024
Departments
Pediatrics, Critical Care-Intensivist
Conroe Regional Medical Center
Conroe Regional Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 504 Medical Center Blvd in Conroe, TX. Clinical departments include Laborist, Diagnostic Radiology, and Critical Care, with care delivered by physicians and advanced practice providers; as a short-term acute care hospital this type of facility typically provides inpatient and emergency medical services supported by those clinical teams.
504 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD, CONROE, TX 77304
Departments
Critical Care, Laborist, and Diagnostic Radiology
Corpus Christi Medical Center – Bay Area
Corpus Christi Medical Center – Bay Area is a short-term acute care hospital located at 7101 S. Padre Island Dr., Corpus Christi, TX. Departments include Vascular & Interventional Radiology, Laborist services, Radiation Oncology, ER, and Interventional procedures. Clinical staff include physicians and advanced practice providers; a short-term acute care hospital with these departments typically delivers inpatient, procedural, and emergency care organized around physician and advanced practice clinician teams.
7101 S. PADRE ISLAND DR., CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78412
Departments
Vascular & Interventional Radiology, Laborist, ER, Interventional, and Radiation Oncology
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood is a short-term acute care hospital at 22999 Highway 59 N in Kingwood, TX. Clinical services include an emergency department and a laborist program, supported by physicians and advanced practice providers. As a short-term acute care hospital with physician and APP coverage, it provides acute medical, emergency and obstetric labor-management services typical of this facility type.
22999 Highway 59 N, Kingwood, TX 77339
Departments
ER and Laborist
Houston Northwest Medical Center
Houston Northwest Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 710 Cypress Creek Pkwy in Houston, TX, near Kingwood and Denver Harbor/ Port Houston. Departments include Laborist, ER, and Cardiovascular Anesthesiology, with clinical staff categories listed as Advanced Practice and Physician.
710 Cypress Creek Pkwy, Houston, TX 77090
Departments
Laborist, ER, and Cardiovascular Anesthesiology
Navarro Regional Hospital
Navarro Regional Hospital is a short-term acute care hospital located at 3201 West State Highway 22 in Corsicana, TX, with clinical departments that include ER, ICU, PACU, Trauma, OR, and Labor & Delivery. The workforce includes advanced practice, nursing, physician, and allied health professionals; facilities of this type and staffing mix typically provide inpatient and emergency care plus perioperative and obstetric services.
3201 West State Highway 22, CORSICANA, TX 75110
Departments
ICU, PACU, Trauma, Labor & Delivery, OR, and ER
Shifts: 8 D, 9 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Durations: 4 wks, 5 wks, 7 wks, 8 wks, 9 wks, 10 wks, 11 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
North Cypress Medical Center
TJC
For-Profit
North Cypress Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital at 21214 Northwest Fwy. in Cypress, TX, established in 2007 and accredited by TJC; it is a for-profit facility with 139 beds. Clinical capabilities include surgery and perioperative services (six operating rooms, three endoscopy rooms, postoperative recovery and surgical ICU), a two-room cardiac catheterization lab, comprehensive imaging (CT, MRI, PET, nuclear medicine), radiation oncology and therapeutic radiology, dialysis and chemotherapy, plus inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. The medical staff covers physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing, allied health and support services, the facility reports a workforce equivalent to approximately 1,577 full-time positions, and it hosts multiple residency program types including allopathic, osteopathic, dental and podiatric.
21214 Northwest Fwy., Cypress, TX 77429
139 certified beds 6 operating rooms Established 2007
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Acute Renal Dialysis
Anesthesia
Audiology
Chemotherapy
Departments
Radiation Oncology, Hospitalist, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Open Heart / Cardiothoracic Surgery, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Department, Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Neurosurgical, Ophthalmic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery (Hospital), Outpatient Rehabilitation, Outpatient Surgery, Pediatric, Reconstructive Surgery, and Surgical ICU
Northeast Methodist Hospital
TJC
For-Profit
Northeast Methodist Hospital is a short-term acute care hospital at 12412 Judson Road in San Antonio, TX, near Bel Meade and Fort Sam Houston; established in 1985 and accredited by TJC, it operates 112 beds as a for-profit facility. Clinical capabilities cover perioperative and critical care—OR/CVOR and PACU, ICU/medical-surgical ICU, telemetry, emergency department, obstetrics (L&D), endoscopy and interventional radiology—alongside services such as pharmacy, acute renal dialysis, diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, respiratory care, physical therapy and swing bed. The medical staff includes physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing, allied and support services, the facility hosts allopathic, osteopathic, dental, podiatric and other residency programs, and maintains a workforce equivalent to approximately 223 full-time positions.
12412 Judson Road, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78233
112 certified beds Established 1985
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Acute Renal Dialysis
Anesthesia
Clinical Laboratory
Diagnostic Radiology
Departments
Pre/Post Op, Endoscopy, ICU, MS, CVOR, PCU, Telemetry, Interventional Radiology, PACU, OR, ER, Hospitalist, Emergency Department, Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Obstetrics (OB/L&D), and Outpatient Surgery
Shifts: 8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Durations: 6 wks and 13 wks
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
TJC
For-Profit
Rio Grande Regional Hospital is a short-term acute care hospital located at 101 East Ridge Road in Mcallen, TX, established in 1982 and operating as a for-profit facility accredited by TJC with 320 beds. Clinical capabilities include a broad mix of acute and surgical services — operating rooms (17), endoscopy rooms (3), two cardiac catheterization labs, open heart/cardiothoracic surgery, multiple ICU levels (medical/surgical, surgical, cardiac, pediatric), NICU and neonatal services, designated trauma center status, and inpatient rehabilitation (CARF). Ancillary and diagnostic offerings cover MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, clinical laboratory, dialysis, chemotherapy, respiratory care, and outpatient rehabilitation and surgery, supported by departments such as interventional radiology, cath lab, cardiology, neurosurgical, and wound/ostomy services. The medical staff and workforce include physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nursing, allied health and support services; the facility reports a workforce equivalent to approximately 1,158 full-time positions and hosts allopathic, osteopathic, dental, podiatric and other residency program types.
101 East Ridge Road, MCALLEN, TX 78503
320 certified beds 17 operating rooms Established 1982
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Acute Renal Dialysis
Anesthesia
Audiology
Chemotherapy
Departments
NICU, Labor & Delivery, Computed Tomography, Interventional Radiology, Wound/Ostomy/Continence, Cath Lab, Cardiology, Echo, Vascular, Radiology, ER, Nuclear Medicine, Laboratory, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Open Heart / Cardiothoracic Surgery, CARF Inpatient Rehabilitation, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Designated Trauma Center, Emergency Department, Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Neonatal ICU (NICU), Neonatal Nursery, Neurosurgical, Obstetrics (OB/L&D), Ophthalmic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery (Hospital), Outpatient Rehabilitation, Outpatient Surgery, Pediatric, Pediatric ICU, Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical ICU, and Rehabilitation Unit
Shifts: 8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Durations: 6 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks

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