Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - General

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated General Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day assignment in New York, commencing Sep 1, 2026. This role involves covering first assist in the OR, managing various surgical cases, and potentially providing medical surgical floor coverage with daily rounding and progress notes. Shifts are primarily 7A - 5P, with weekend rounding and call nights as needed based on scheduling.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide surgical first assist support in the Operating Room.
• Manage a diverse range of surgical cases including robotics (Da Vinci), OB (c sections), lumpectomies, hernias, laparoscopy, gallbladder, and appendix procedures.
• Cover medical surgical floor duties, which include daily rounding, progress notes, managing orders, admissions, discharges, and consults.
• Collaborate with General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedic patients.
• Participate in weekend rounding and call nights as required by scheduling needs.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in General Surgery required.
• EMR: Epic

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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