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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Emergency Medicine - $75 to $121 per hour in Opelousas, LA

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New Orleans, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/12/2026

Nurse Practitioner | Emergency Medicine
Location: Opelousas, LA
Employer: Weatherby Healthcare
Pay: $75 to $121 per hour
Shift Information: 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Weatherby Healthcare to find a qualified Emergency Medicine NP in Opelousas, Louisiana, 70570!

Weatherby can help you build a custom career plan, with multiple positions available for you today. Call us for specific details on your future job today.

  • 12-hour shifts -- 7 am - 7 pm and 7 pm - 7 am available
  • ED volume of 24,000 -- all ages and all acuity levels
  • Emergency medicine NP coverage in a hospital setting
  • Procedures required -- suturing, splinting, and I&D
  • ATLS and ACLS certification required
  • Hospital privileges required
  • Health, vision, dental, and 401(k) retirement benefits offered
  • Competitive compensation
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant and support team
  • Covered transportation and housing expenses

From $75.00 to $121.00 hourly
Ranges shown should be used as an estimate and are affected by many factors including the critical need of the position, your overall experience and qualifications, and other considerations. Rates shown are all-inclusive and combine an hourly base pay with other potential earnings like overtime, call, and holiday pay. Please contact your consultant for details.

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  1. Access professional development resources and educational programs offered by different facilities, staying updated with the latest medical practices and guidelines.
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  3. Extend your career or transition into semi-retirement by taking on locum roles, supplementing your retirement income while staying engaged in clinical practice.
  4. Gain exposure to rural healthcare settings, addressing critical healthcare needs in underserved areas and making a positive impact on local communities.
  5. Work in environments that prioritize ethical practice standards and patient advocacy, upholding professional integrity and moral principles in healthcare delivery.

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Location/Region: New Orleans, LA

Salary : $75 - $121

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