Contract Positions (20)
California (103 Certified) - Contract Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
California (Remote)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, PA License - PMHNP - Contract/1099
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Speech Language Pathologist - Contract/1099
Langhorne, Pennsylvania
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (Virtual - Remote) - MD - 1099 Contractor
Maryland
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (Virtual - Remote) - NJ - 1099 Contractor
New Jersey
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) or Physician Assistant (Virtual - Remote) - PA - 1099 Contractor
Pennsylvania
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (In Person) - Oklahoma City, OK- 1099 Contractor
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (In Person) - Natchitoches, LA - 1099 Contractor
Natchitoches, Louisiana
Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner, Independent Contractor
Remote
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - 1099 Contractor - Fayetteville, PA
Fayetteville, Pennsylvania
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Contract Assignments
Sign 3-12 month contracts with premium rates, then choose your next adventure. Build a diverse clinical portfolio.
Total Flexibility
Choose your duration, location, and schedule between assignments.
Flexible Terms
Choose 3-12 month contract durations that fit your life.
Higher Rates
Contract NPs typically earn more per hour than permanent staff.
Diverse Settings
Experience different clinical environments and patient populations.
Temp-to-Perm
Many contracts convert to permanent positions if you find the right fit.
Premium Rates
Average contract NP salary:
$172k
Before You Apply
What You Need
NP Certification
Active national NP certification in your specialty.
State License
APRN licensure and prescriptive authority.
DEA Number
DEA registration if your role involves prescribing controlled substances.
Experience
Clinical experience in advanced practice settings.
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Contract NP Questions
What is a Contract NP role?
Contract NP positions are fixed-term assignments (3-12 months) with staffing agencies or health systems. They offer higher hourly rates, diverse clinical exposure, and geographic flexibility.
How much more do contract NPs earn?
Contract NPs usually earn a higher hourly rate than comparable permanent staff, because benefits are lighter or absent. W-2 contracts through agencies may include benefits; 1099 contracts trade benefits for maximum flexibility and tax deductions.
What qualifications are needed for contract work?
An active APRN license, national NP certification in your specialty, DEA registration where prescribing is required, and typically 1-2 years of clinical experience. Multi-state licensure is a major advantage.
Do contract NPs get benefits?
W-2 contracts through staffing agencies often include health insurance, malpractice coverage, housing stipends, and travel reimbursement. 1099 contractors arrange their own benefits.
Can contract roles convert to permanent?
Yes — many facilities use contract-to-perm arrangements. This lets both parties evaluate fit before committing to a permanent position, reducing hiring risk.