Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology Needed in NY
- ID: 212192B
- Updated November 21st, 2025
- Job ID 212192B
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Hematology/Oncology
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NY
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 16 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner for a 16-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins on Jan 2, 2026, with orientation, followed by clinical work starting Jan 5, 2026. The schedule consists of four 8a-6p shifts per week, Monday through Friday, providing care in an ambulatory solid tumor setting.Job Details
- Location: New York
- Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
- LOA: 16 days
- Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: Four shifts per week, Monday-Friday, 8a-6p
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assess, diagnose, monitor, and manage care for patients with various cancers and benign or malignant tumors and diseases
- Promote health and protection from disease within the scope of practice
- Perform history and physical examination, with or without pelvic exam
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities specific to hematology/oncology
- Implement therapeutic interventions for relevant conditions
- Administer and prescribe chemotherapy/biotherapy as credentialed
- Complete at least 10 chemotherapy/biotherapy administrations in the past 12 months
- Perform arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
- Provide debridement and general 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
- Complete death certificate protocols
- Remove central venous catheters
Additional Information
- Must hold an active NY state license
- 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)
- Additional certifications: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Demonstrated recent competency in chemotherapy/biotherapy administration required
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
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided