Nurse Practitioner – Louisiana

Overview

This opportunity is for a Nurse Practitioner seeking structured, clinic-based work without the demands of traditional patient care. The Nurse Practitioner – Louisiana role focuses exclusively on VA Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations for Veterans — no treatment plans, no prescribing, and no follow-up care.

This position supports a VA evaluation site in a rural area in Louisiana. It’s designed for clinicians who prefer focused assessments, clear documentation expectations, and a predictable weekday schedule. With low daily volume and dedicated technical support, the workflow is steady and manageable.

If you value clinical structure, autonomy within defined parameters, and meaningful work serving Veterans, this assignment offers exactly that.

Position Details

• Location: Rural clinic setting in Louisiana

• Facility Type: Outpatient evaluation clinic

• Schedule: One weekday per week (Monday–Friday flexibility)

• Shift Length: 8- or 10-hour shift available

• Patient Volume: 3–5 Veterans per 8-hour day

• Employment Type: Contract | On-site

• Start Date: Upon credentialing completion

• Patient Population: U.S. Veterans seeking disability evaluations

• EMR Platform: Web-based exam and documentation system

• Pay: $62.50 per hour

Nurse Practitioner – Louisiana: Scope of Work

This role is assessment-only. You will not manage ongoing care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person VA disability examinations

• Review medical history summaries tied to each Veteran’s claim

• Perform structured physical assessments

• Accurately document findings using a web-based platform

• Submit completed electronic records within 24 hours

What You Will Not Do

• No diagnosing

• No prescribing

• No treatment or follow-up care

• No call, nights, or weekends

Provider Support

• Web-based exam and documentation tools

• Dedicated exam and technology support team

• Training provided (prior assessment experience helpful but not required)

Qualifications

Required

• Active Louisiana state license required

• Active APRN certification

• Ability to work onsite in Louisiana

• Ability to relocate prior to start date if necessary

Preferred

• Experience performing structured medical assessments

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

What to Expect Working With Frontera

Frontera is a boutique healthcare staffing firm focused on long-term clinical relationships.

You’ll work directly with a responsive recruiter who communicates clearly about timelines, credentialing steps, and facility expectations. No handoffs, no disappearing after submission. We stay involved through onboarding and beyond.

Credentialing support is straightforward, and documentation requirements are transparent from the start.

Application Process

• Submit your application online

• If aligned, a recruiter contacts you for an initial screening

• Your profile is presented directly to the facility

• You interview with the hiring team

• Credentialing begins upon mutual agreement

• Start date is confirmed once cleared

If you’re looking for structured, low-volume clinical work with meaningful impact and weekday flexibility, this Nurse Practitioner – Louisiana opportunity may be a strong fit.