Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Connecticut

Company: LocumJobsOnline
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: February 8, 2026

Job Description:

Nurse Practitioner | Family Practice Location: Connecticut Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Connecticut! We are seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Connecticut. This opportunity starts on Mar 2, 2026, and features a Monday-Friday schedule, 8am to 5pm, totaling 40 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have a background in primary care, community health, and underserved populations, and will be comfortable managing their own patient panel in a fast-paced environment. Job Details - Location: Connecticut - Start Date: Mar 2, 2026 - LOA: 120 days - Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner - Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, 40 hours per week Responsibilities and Duties - Manage an independent patient panel with a focus on primary care and family practice - Provide care to a diverse patient population, including those with possible substance abuse, comorbidities, and dual diagnoses - See approximately 20 or more patients per day, managing 2-3 patients per hour - Demonstrate proficiency with EMR and timely chart completion - Prescribe and manage patients on pain medication as appropriate - Deliver care to underserved and community health populations Additional Information - Connecticut state license required - Board certification in Family Medicine required - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required - Minimum of 2-3 years experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred - Experience in community health settings strongly preferred 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. LI-SC1 About Barton Associates The Locum Tenens Experts Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help. The Best Talent in the Industry - Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are. Maximize Patient Access And Revenue - Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation. Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive - Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive. A Proactive Approach - We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges. Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process - From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest! Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided - Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge. Industry Leading Support - When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible. 1701308EXPPLAT

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