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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Internal Medicine - General/Other in Tennessee
Rocky Top, TNApril 1st, 2026
Nurse Practitioner | Internal Medicine - General/Other
Location: Tennessee
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 Internal Medicine NP in Tennessee!We are seeking an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment in Tennessee, starting Apr 13, 2026. This role involves home health visits within apartment-style subsidized housing, with a typical schedule of 8a-5p and a travel radius of roughly 30 minutes to 1-2 apartment buildings daily. Responsibilities include 90-minute comprehensive initial visits and 30-minute follow-up/acute visits.Responsibilities and DutiesConduct home health visits within apartment-style subsidized housing.Travel with a radius of approximately 30 minutes, expecting to visit 1-2 apartment buildings daily.Perform 90-minute comprehensive anchor visits to establish full care plans.Manage acute visits and follow-up appointments, typically 30 minutes in duration, under a fee-for-service model.Allocate the first hour of each day for administrative tasks and documentation.Ensure all charts are closed within 2 business days.Adhere to a no-show and outreach protocol: initiate a door knock, wait 5 minutes, call the patient immediately if there is no answer, check common/public areas in the building, and coordinate with property staff.If a patient remains unavailable, review charts, attempt to see other patients in the building, and coordinate with field staff to fill the time slot.Additional InformationEMR: AthenahealthEquipment and technology provided include an iPhone, Laptop, iPad for telehealth, and a traditional go bag (rolling or backpack style).Communication tools available are Athena texting and Microsoft Teams messaging.BenefitsStrong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical malpractice insurance providedDedicated recruiter for future travel opportunitiesWhat 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 AssociatesThe 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.
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