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How does pay actually work for locum nurse practitioners?

Locum tenens NPs generally earn between $65 and $115 per hour, but actual compensation varies significantly based on specialty, practice authority, and location. This guide breaks down how rates are set, the crucial tax differences between W-2 and 1099 assignments, what’s bundled into contracts, and key questions to ask before signing.

Top questions to ask before accepting an NP locum assignment

Sophia Khawly, ARNP, MSN, shares her tips on the questions you should ask your locums recruiter before accepting an assignment.

Most in-demand nurse practitioner specialties for locum tenens in 2026: Salary & demand report

What nurse practitioner specialties are the most in-demand and what the pay rates are for those specialties.

How nurse practitioners get licensed and credentialed for locum tenens: A step-by-step guide

This guide for NPs walks you step by step through how locum tenens credentialing and licensing work, so you can move forward with confidence.

How locum tenens experience prepares NPs for telemedicine success

Discover how locum tenens builds skills in licensing, efficiency, tech, and autonomy—helping clinicians thrive in telemedicine careers.

10 years as a locum NP: How the field has improved

Explore how locum tenens for NPs has evolved—more jobs, better pay, and easier licensing over the last decade.

Locums 101: A beginner’s guide for locum tenens nurse practitioners

Learn how locum tenens nurse practitioner jobs offer flexibility, great pay, and travel—plus tips to find the right assignments for your goals.

Working locum tenens as a family practice NP: 6 things to know

Family practice is one of the most popular specialties for NPs working locum tenens. Here are 6 things to know before starting locums as an FNP.

Locum tenens for NPs: Everything you need to know

A nine-year locum NP veteran shares what NPs should know about working locum tenens.

5 reasons to take travel assignments as an NP

Travel assignments for NPs can be a great opportunity to grow your career, see new places, and earn additional income.

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