A Contract Nurse Practitioner is a licensed healthcare provider who works on a temporary or independent basis rather than as a permanent employee. They typically provide patient care, diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, and collaborate with healthcare teams. Contract NPs may work in various settings, such as hospitals, clinics, telemedicine, or home health, depending on the terms of their contract. This role offers flexibility, competitive pay, and the ability to work with different patient populations. However, contract NPs may not receive benefits like health insurance or paid time off that full-time employees do.