Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Addiction Medicine Needed in NY

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a part-time locum tenens position at a Chemical Dependency Clinic in New York. This 16-day assignment begins on 04/07/2025 and offers a flexible schedule of 2 days per week (Mondays and Tuesdays) from 7 AM to 1 PM, with 3-5 hours per day based on patient census. The role involves conducting initial addiction/psychiatric evaluations, setting up follow-up appointments, and managing patients in both detox and residential settings. As the census grows, there is potential for increased hours and extended assignment duration.

Job Details: 

Location: New York 

Facility Type: Chemical Dependency Clinic 

Start Date: 04/07/2025 

LOA: 16 days 

Provider Type Needed: Addiction Medicine Nurse Practitioner 

Schedule: Mondays and Tuesdays, 7 AM - 1 PM (3-5 hours/day)

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Conduct initial addiction and psychiatric evaluations (approximately 45 minutes each) 

• Develop treatment plans and schedule follow-up appointments  

• Provide ongoing care through weekly or bi-weekly follow-up sessions 

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive patient care 

• Prescribe and manage medications for addiction treatment 

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using Kipu EHR system 

• Offer patient education on addiction recovery and relapse prevention 

• Stay current with the latest developments in addiction medicine 

• Adapt to changing patient census and potentially increase work hours as needed 

• Ensure patient safety and confidentiality throughout treatment

Additional Information: 

• New York Nurse Practitioner license required 

• Familiarity with Kipu electronic health record system is beneficial 

• Opportunity for assignment extension and increased hours is available

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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