Surgery - General
At a glance
About this assignment
Nurse Practitioner - General Surgery Locum Tenens | New York
Provider Details:
- Specialty: General Surgery
- Job Class: Locum Tenens
- Provider Type: Nurse Practitioner
- Provider Credentials: NP
- Board Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible
- Number of Positions: 1
Shift Details:
- Estimated Start Date: December 14, 2026
- Requested Date of Coverage and Schedule:
- December 14-18 (7am-5pm)
- December 18-21 (5pm-7am)
- December 28-30 (3x12s)
- Schedule Details: 4, Day (10 Hours) 7:00 - 17:00; Weekend and Weeknight call
- Patient Population/Case Load: Patient Ratios: 1:10-15
- Case Mix: Acuity level of patients: Adults acutely ill with a wide variety of medical problems.
Licensing Details:
- License: An active New York state license is required.
- Willing to License: No
- Estimated Privileging Timeline: 90 days
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner specializing in General Surgery to join our team in New York. This locum tenens position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, providing care to adults with a wide range of medical conditions. If you are board certified and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Apply today to become part of a dynamic healthcare team committed to excellence in patient care!
Day to day
Cauterizing wounds and vessels Packing sponges in body Positioning patient to maintain circulation and access for surgeon Placing clamps and sutures Closing skin with adhesives, sutures, or staples, etc. Applying direct pressure on veins and tissue Performing or aiding in patient suction, drainage, and irrigation Hemostasis: The stopping of excess bleeding and blood flow Immobilizing patients on the operating table Assignments for this position will include a combination of Surgical First Assist Operating Room time and Surgical Floor coverage. Medical Surgical Floor coverage includes assisting with rounding and progress notes, managing orders, discharges, and consults. Will work primarily with General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedic patients.
Practice details
- Not solo coverage
- Shift pattern: Day;Night
Call
On Call optional Weekend call – Fri 5p-Mon 7a (Round Sat-Sun 8a-12p) Weeknight call (5p-7a)
Dates & schedule
12/14-12/18 (7am-5pm) 12/18 –12/21 (5pm-7am) Dec 28 - 30 (3x12s)
Licensing & requirements
- Active state license required
- Estimated privileging: 90
- Minimum 2 years' experience
- ACLS certification
- ATLS certification
- BLS certification
Apply for this role
Your details go straight to a physician-led recruiter against reference JOB-02880.