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San Fernando, California · USA job

Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner

Amergis Locum Tenens

San Fernando, California

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) for a locum tenens opportunity providing geriatric-focused primary care in the San Fernando Valley, California. This role is ideal for providers who enjoy autonomous practice, relationship-based care, and a predictable weekday schedule.

The position is home-based, with providers seeing patients in residential homes and care facilities, supported by a structured clinical model and virtual physician oversight.

Position Overview
• Role: Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Specialty Focus: Geriatric Primary Care
• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: San Fernando Valley, CA
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Initial 6-month assignment with extension potential

Schedule & Workload
• Monday Friday
• Daytime hours
• No nights, weekends, or call
• Average 5 7 patients per day
• Assigned patient panel once ramped (approximately patients)

Clinical Environment
• Home-based and facility-based geriatric care
• Focus on chronic disease management, preventative care, and continuity
• EMR system in place
• Physician support available virtually/by phone
• Structured workflows designed for quality over volume

Candidate Requirements
• Active California NP license
• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner
• DEA and BLS required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in geriatrics, primary care, home health, or similar setting
• Comfort working independently in a mobile/home-based model
• Clean professional and licensure history

Interview & Onboarding
• Virtual interview process
• Orientation provided
• Standard onboarding timeframe (approximately 2 3 weeks)
• No COVID vaccination requirement

Compensation
• Highly competitive
• Compensation is based on background, experience, training, and overall clinical fit
• All-inclusive locum structure

Why Providers Like This Role
• Predictable weekday schedule
• Low daily patient volume
• Strong continuity of care
• Autonomy with physician backup
• Opportunity for assignment extension

Interested?

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Happy to connect for a brief, confidential discussion to review details and availability.

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