Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Orthopedic Needed in NC

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioners for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Nov 17, 2025, and offers day and evening shifts, Monday through Friday. The assignment focuses on first assist duties in orthopedic surgery, mainly total joints and sports medicine cases.

Job Details

• Location: North Carolina
• Start Date: Nov 17, 2025
• LOA: 120 days
• Provider Type Needed: Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Monday-Friday (4 weeks/month); shifts include 6:30a-3p, 11a-7p, or 1p-9p

Responsibilities and Duties

• First assist in orthopedic surgical procedures, with emphasis on total joints and sports medicine
• Provide perioperative and postoperative patient care
• Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management
• Adhere to hospital protocols and best practices for surgical care

Additional Information

• Active North Carolina NP license required
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGACNP-BC) required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
• Prior experience in orthopedic surgery and first assist 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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