Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - General Needed in NY

Job Description

Our client in NY is actively seeking a skilled Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment starting Aug 24, 2026. This vital role involves a combination of surgical first assist in the operating room and surgical floor coverage, managing patient treatment, performing rounds, and handling various surgical procedures during day shifts with weekday and weekend call responsibilities.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive care to hospitalized patients, collaborating with physicians and healthcare teams.
• Manage patient treatment plans and ensure high-quality care delivery.
• Perform duties as a Surgical First Assist in the operating room.
• Conduct medical surgical floor coverage, including patient rounding and progress notes.
• Oversee patient orders, discharges, and consults.
• Execute surgical tasks such as cauterizing wounds and vessels, placing clamps and sutures, and closing skin with adhesives, sutures, or staples.
• Assist with patient suction, drainage, and irrigation.
• Perform hemostasis to control bleeding.
• Position and immobilize patients on the operating table.
• Work primarily with General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedic patients.

Additional Information

• Board Certification: General Surgery
• EMR: Epic
• Schedule: Days 7a-3p, Weekday Call 7a-5p or 3p-11p, Weekend Call Friday 5p- Monday 7a

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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