Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Vascular Needed in NY

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Vascular Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in New York beginning Mar 9, 2026. This full-time opportunity requires 12-hour shifts with call and a flexible schedule including days, nights, evenings, and weekends. The ideal candidate will have substantial vascular and/or cardiac surgery experience and must be comfortable with both intraoperative first assisting and medical management responsibilities.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Start Date: Mar 9, 2026
• LOA: 60 days
• Provider Type Needed: Surgery - Vascular Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts with call; schedule varies and includes days, nights, evenings, and weekends

Responsibilities and Duties

• Suture removal
• Diagnose and treat illnesses
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Assist in surgery, including intraoperative first assisting
• Remove dialysis catheters
• Write prescriptions
• Coordinate patient care and conduct rounding
• Perform pre-operative physical exams

Additional Information

• Active New York State license required at the time of submission
• Board Certification: American Association of Nurse Practitioners or NCCPA
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, RNFA required
• No new graduates; must have vascular and/or cardiac surgery experience and medical management expertise
• A Self-Query NPDB report from the month of submission is required
• Full-time availability only

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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