Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Urgent Care in Altoona, PA

Nurse Practitioner | Urgent Care
Location: Altoona, PA
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: 11/2/2026

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 30-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Nov 2, 2026. This role involves covering Monday through Sunday shifts from 8a-8p, providing comprehensive urgent care to patients across multiple sites and working independently on typical urgent care cases including minor procedures.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide urgent care services to patients presenting with cold/flu symptoms, rashes, abrasions, lacerations, sprains, and minor burns.
• Perform procedures including suturing, wound care, incision and drainage (I&Ds), splinting, X-rays, EKGs, drawing blood, and IV insertions.
• Work independently without direct supervision.
• Travel between multiple sites within a 30-mile radius, including Harrisburg Linglestown, Mechanicsburg, and Carlisle.
• Refer high acuity cases to the local emergency room when appropriate.
• Provide care for pediatric patients as needed.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certification: Emergency Medicine
• EMR: Epic

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.