High Paying Locum NP Opportunity – General Surgery | New York (MF)!
Updated 3/24/26
New York, New York, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
DNP
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) for a locum tenens Surgical role at an acute care hospital in NY. This position includes a combination of Surgical First Assist in the Operating Room and Medical-Surgical floor coverage, supporting General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedic teams.
This is a short-term assignment with potential for extension.
Schedule & Coverage:
Shift Type: Day shifts (10–12 hours)
Typical Hours: Starting around 7:00 AM
August Coverage Needs:
Early August: 3 consecutive 12-hour shifts
Late August: Flexible scheduling (8–10–12-hour shifts)
Optional Call Opportunities:
Weekend call coverage
Weeknight call shifts
Weekend rounding responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in surgical procedures as First Assist, including:
Suturing, wound closure, and bleeding control
Handling tissue, suction, drainage, and irrigation
Patient positioning and intraoperative support
Provide Medical-Surgical floor coverage, including:
Rounding and patient assessments
Documentation and progress notes
Managing orders, consults, and discharges
Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure quality patient outcomes
Patient Population & Unit Details
Adult acute care patients
Mix of surgical specialties including general surgery, OB/GYN, and orthopedics
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Epic
Requirements:
Active New York State NP License (Required)
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner
Minimum 2 years of recent surgical experience
Epic experience required
BLS, ACLS, ATLS
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) for a locum tenens Surgical role at an acute care hospital in NY. This position includes a combination of Surgical First Assist in the Operating Room and Medical-Surgical floor coverage, supporting General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedic teams.
This is a short-term assignment with potential for extension.
Schedule & Coverage:
Shift Type: Day shifts (10–12 hours)
Typical Hours: Starting around 7:00 AM
August Coverage Needs:
Early August: 3 consecutive 12-hour shifts
Late August: Flexible scheduling (8–10–12-hour shifts)
Optional Call Opportunities:
Weekend call coverage
Weeknight call shifts
Weekend rounding responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in surgical procedures as First Assist, including:
Suturing, wound closure, and bleeding control
Handling tissue, suction, drainage, and irrigation
Patient positioning and intraoperative support
Provide Medical-Surgical floor coverage, including:
Rounding and patient assessments
Documentation and progress notes
Managing orders, consults, and discharges
Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure quality patient outcomes
Patient Population & Unit Details
Adult acute care patients
Mix of surgical specialties including general surgery, OB/GYN, and orthopedics
Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Epic
Requirements:
Active New York State NP License (Required)
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner
Minimum 2 years of recent surgical experience
Epic experience required
BLS, ACLS, ATLS
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service