Urgent Need for Locum Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in New York, NY

Urgent Locum NP Opening – Acute Care Pediatrics | New York, NY | $190–$200/hr

Aya Locums is seeking an experienced Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for an immediate, high-priority locum assignment in New York, NY. This is a fast-moving opportunity with excellent pay at a respected children’s facility.

Position Details
Role: Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Specialty: Acute Care Pediatrics
Location: New York, NY
Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Length: 4 weeks
Compensation: $190–$200 per hour

Schedule
Shift Type: Scheduled shifts, no call
Hours: 12hr shifts, Scheduled 2-4+ shifts

Facility
Type: Children’s hospital
Supportive environment with a collaborative pediatric care team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric assessments
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Prescribe medications
• Provide patient and family education
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation

• Strong pediatric acute care clinical skills
• Excellent communication and rapport-building abilities
• Proficiency in physical exams and specialty-specific procedures
• Critical thinking and problem-solving in complex cases
• Effective time management
• Ability to work independently and within a team

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with NP specialization (Pediatrics, Acute Care, etc.)
• Active, unencumbered APRN license in New York
• National NP certification (AANP, ANCC, or equivalent)

• Minimum one year of relevant clinical experience preferred
• Pediatric acute care experience strongly valued

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems
• Competitive, transparent pay
• Dedicated recruiter and assignment support
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams
• Travel and lodging assistance
• Streamlined timekeeping and documentation
• Malpractice coverage included
• Additional benefits provided as required by law

• Aya Locums is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer (Disability/Veterans) and welcomes all qualified applicants.