Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Gynecological Oncology Needed in NY

Job Description

We are seeking a Gynecological Oncology Nurse Practitioner for a 16-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity starts Jan 2, 2026, and offers day shifts, Monday through Friday (4 shifts a week). The role focuses on ambulatory gynecologic oncology, including chemotherapy and biotherapy prescribing, and requires demonstrated recent experience administering chemotherapy/biotherapy.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
• LOA: 16 days
• Provider Type Needed: Gynecological Oncology Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 08:00-18:00 (4 shifts a week)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform history and physical exams, including pelvic exams as needed
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities within specialty
• Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions
• Administer and prescribe chemotherapy and biotherapy
• Conduct arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
• Provide debridement and care for superficial wounds and minor surgical procedures
• Perform incision and drainage of superficial abscesses
• Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes
• Assess intrapartum, antepartum, and postpartum patients in both complicated and uncomplicated scenarios
• Perform colposcopy with or without biopsies
• Evaluate and treat common vaginal infections
• Interpret fetal heart monitor and tracing
• Insert and remove intrauterine devices (IUDs) and subcutaneous birth control
• Initiate pharmacologic therapy for general gynecologic and obstetric health needs
• Perform endometrial, vaginal, and vulvar biopsies
• Screen and refer for other health problems, including suspected sexual abuse or rape
• Screen for high-risk pregnancies, pregnancy complications, and postpartum complications

Additional Information

• Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in New York
• Required certifications: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGACNP-BC), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGPCNP-BC), Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification (ANP-BC), Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP)
• Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certifications required
• Must demonstrate current competence with at least 10 chemotherapy/biotherapy administrations in the past 12 months
• Orientation begins Jan 2, 2026; clinical duties commence Jan 5, 2026

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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