Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology Needed in NY
- ID: 212194A
- Updated November 21st, 2025
- Job ID 212194A
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Hematology/Oncology
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NY
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 13 Days
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner for a 13-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This position starts Jan 2, 2026, with orientation, followed by clinical work beginning Jan 5, 2026, and involves providing care during night shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am on the inpatient Heme/Onc service. Candidates must be able to provide a minimum of 13 night shifts per month and demonstrate recent experience in chemotherapy/biotherapy administration.Job Details
- Location: New York
- Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
- LOA: 13 days
- Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: Night shifts, 7:00 pm – 7:30 am; minimum of 13 shifts per month
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assess, diagnose, and manage care for patients with cancer and other benign or malignant hematologic conditions
- Prescribe and administer chemotherapy and biotherapy
- Perform and document history and physical examinations, including pelvic exams as indicated
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities relevant to oncology and hematology
- Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions within scope of training and specialty
- Conduct arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
- Provide debridement and general care for superficial wounds and minor superficial surgical procedures
- Perform incision and drainage of superficial abscesses
- Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or orogastric tubes
- Complete death certificate protocols
- Remove central venous catheters
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)
- Must hold current Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Demonstrated competence in administering at least 10 chemotherapy/biotherapy treatments in the past 12 months is 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