Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Medicine Needed in NY

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner for a 10-day locum tenens inpatient assignment in New York, beginning Jan 23, 2026. This opportunity features afternoon and evening shifts from 3pm to 10pm, focusing on stabilization and medication management for transfers within a hospital setting.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Facility Type: Inpatient Hospital
• Start Date: Jan 23, 2026
• LOA: 10 days
• Provider Type Needed: Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 3pm to 10pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Deliver inpatient palliative care services
• Stabilize patients and manage medications for patient transfers
• Collaborate with hospital medicine teams
• Apply clinical expertise in palliative care to optimize patient outcomes

Additional Information

• Palliative care experience required
• Previous hospital medicine experience accepted
• Hospice experience does not count toward qualifications
• Fellowship training preferred
• Licensure in CT, MA, NJ, NY, or PA required
• Attending experience preferred

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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