Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Arcata, CA

Nurse Practitioner | Family Practice
Location: Arcata, CA
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
  
• Specialty: NP/PA - Family Medicine
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Arcata, CA
  
• Service Setting: Outpatient
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  
• Coverage Period: Oct 12, 2026 – Apr 09, 2027
  
• Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8a – 5p
  
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
  

• Patient Demographics: Mix of pediatrics and adults
  
• Average Daily Volume: 18 patients/day
  
• Case Mix: Family Medicine, Chronic Pain Management
  

• EMR System: Epic
  
• Support Staff: RNs: 1, MAs: 2
  

• Hospital Privileges Required: No
  
• Temporary Privileges Available: No
  
• Credentialing Timeline: 30-60 days
  

• Board: BC required (Certified)
  
• Licenses: Licensed in CA
  
• DEA: Required
  
• Certifications: BLS, CA Controlled Substance Education Course Certificate
  
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar setting
  
• Other Qualifications: Chart closure within 72 hours, Epic EMR proficiency
  

• Provide comprehensive family medicine care to a mixed patient population of pediatrics and adults.
  
• Manage chronic pain conditions as part of the overall patient caseload.
  
• Maintain an average patient volume of 18 patients per day (PPD) in an outpatient setting.
  
• Ensure accurate and timely medical chart closure within 72 hours of patient encounters.
  
• Collaborate effectively with support staff including RNs and MAs.