Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine Needed in NY

  • ID: 208308
  • Updated July 30th, 2025

  • Job ID 208308
  • Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine
  • Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
  • Specialty Addiction Medicine
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State NY
  • Practice Setting Chemical Dependency
  • Duration 36 Days
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Job Description

We are seeking an Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 36-week locum tenens assignment in New York. This role begins Sep 7, 2025, and entails part-time hours from 7 AM to 1 PM, Sunday through Tuesday. The position involves the initial assessment and ongoing management of patients in an addiction treatment setting, with responsibilities including regular rounds and after-hours call availability.


Job Details

  • Location: New York
  • Facility Type: New Addiction Treatment Facility
  • Start Date: Sep 7, 2025
  • LOA: 36 weeks
  • Provider Type Needed: Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner
  • Schedule: 7 AM to 1 PM, Sunday through Tuesday


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Conduct initial addiction and psychiatric evaluations, typically lasting 45 minutes.
  • Schedule follow-up visits, either weekly or bi-weekly, as coordinated with patients.
  • Oversee care for patients in detox beds and residential beds.
  • Perform regular rounds for detox patients and occasional rounds for residential patients.
  • Be available for after-hours calls (1-4 calls per month) for consultative purposes; physical presence at the facility after hours is not required.


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certifications: Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP); Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Across the Lifespan) Certification (PMHNP-BC)
  • Other Required Certifications: Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
  • EMR System: Kipu


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Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities


What 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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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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