LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Watonga, Oklahoma, 73772!
About The Position
We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Oklahoma, beginning Nov 3, 2025. This opportunity involves 8-hour day shifts and provides the chance to deliver comprehensive nursing care in a dynamic correctional setting through Jan 30, 2026. US citizenship is required to obtain ICE clearance, and candidates must have at least one year of advanced practice provider experience.
Job Details
- Location : Oklahoma
- Start Date : Nov 3, 2025
- Provider Type Needed : Family Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule : 8-hour day shifts
Responsibilities and Duties
Provide comprehensive nursing care, including executing physician orders, dispensing and administering medications, and performing examinations and treatmentsOrder, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to assess patient clinical problems and healthcare needsRecord physical findings, formulate prognoses, and collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop care plansRecommend drugs and other forms of treatment within the scope of licensureMonitor inpatient hospitalizations and facilitate early release when appropriateEnsure cleanliness of equipment and work area through direct effort and supervisionAssist in monitoring the provision of all required contractual servicesMaintain effective working relationships with facility staff, contract providers, and outside agenciesApply established policies and procedures while using sound independent judgment in decision-makingEvaluate medical services regularly to prevent inappropriate or duplicate careMaintain security and confidentiality of all medical records, ensuring thorough documentation of services providedMonitor and address potential catastrophic illnesses promptlyRecommend improvements for operational efficiency and cost effectiveness in health-related servicesAudit pharmacy usage for formulary adherence and comply with all pharmacy laws, especially regarding controlled substancesObserve and document inmate or resident behaviorAccept on-call status as requiredProvide health counseling and education individually or to groupsAnalyze, interpret, and process medical and legal documents, including medical instructions and legal writsParticipate in legal processes, including research and court hearings, as necessaryCommunicate effectively with administration, staff, inmates, visitors, and the public, using tact and sound judgmentAttend staff meetings and facilitate effective communication within the medical unitParticipate in multi-disciplinary committee meetings to monitor and promote quality healthcare servicesEngage in security functions such as working rotating shifts and verifying secure areas within the facilityEvaluate and recommend safety requirements for a secure working environmentAdditional Information
Minimum of 1 year APP experience requiredUS citizenship required due to ICE clearance process, including comprehensive background and credit investigationMust be licensed to practice in OklahomaBenefits
Strong 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.
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About Wellhart, LLC
Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.
Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.
Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :
Travel the United States and see new places.Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.Set your own schedule.Earn more money than permanent providers.Experience new practice settings.Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.Join the Wellhart team!