Acute Care | NP

Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner – Urgent Care / Acute Care (Roanoke Rapids, NC)

Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner in Urgent Care — Roanoke Rapids, NC. FNP required, NC DEA, BLS; 13-week contract, Epic EMR.

Join a dynamic team as a locum tenens Nurse Practitioner specializing in acute and urgent care at a busy Urgent Care Center in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina (zip 27870). This locum tenens opportunity allows an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Acute Care NP to deliver high-quality urgent care to adults and pediatric patients while enjoying the community along the Roanoke River. Ideal for NPs searching urgent care jobs, locum tenens positions, or NC NP jobs.

Job Details — Urgent Care NP (Roanoke Rapids, NC)

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,980 – $4,270
• Setting: Urgent Care Center (solo provider shifts)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13-week contract (with potential extension)
• Shift: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours/week
• Patient Ages: Adults and Pediatrics (6 months+)
• Average Encounters/Shift: ~40 patients
• EMR: Epic (training provided)
• Travel & Lodging: Mileage reimbursement only

Job Requirements — Nurse Practitioner (Urgent Care)

• Minimum 1 year experience in urgent care or acute care settings (urgent care NP experience preferred)
• Board Certification required (NP Boards)
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification or equivalent acute care NP certification
• Active NC DEA license and state NP licensure (or ability to obtain)
• BLS certification required
• Comfort and ability to treat adults and pediatric patients (6 months+)
• Proficiency or willingness to train on Epic EMR (training scheduled)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for patient and staff interaction
• Availability for onboarding and EMR training (set Wednesdays)

Responsibilities — Urgent Care Provider Duties

• Serve as the solo provider in the Urgent Care Center, delivering efficient, evidence-based urgent and acute care
• Assess, diagnose, and manage urgent care conditions for adults and children (6 months+)
• Perform common urgent care procedures: incision & drainage, laceration repair, ear irrigation, wound care, splinting, suturing
• Document all patient encounters and treatment plans using Epic EMR
• Maintain clinical standards and a compassionate patient-centered approach
• Collaborate with on-site staff including Center Manager, Medical Assistants, and Patient Service Associates
• Participate in required onboarding, continuing education, and Epic training sessions

Why Join This Locum Tenens Urgent Care Team?

• Competitive weekly pay for locum tenens urgent care and acute care NP roles
• Opportunity to build urgent care experience and work autonomously in a supportive clinic
• Epic EMR training provided — great for NPs expanding charting experience
• Work-life balance with 12-hour shift scheduling and a scenic North Carolina location

Apply now to be considered for this Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner opportunity in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Submit your CV and license details or contact our recruiter to learn more about this urgent care job and next steps. Join our healthcare team today!

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.