Locum Tenens Neonatal APP Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant
About The Position
Locum tenens neonatal advanced practice provider position for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Providers must be available for at least 3–4 shifts per month. The facility has 87 beds and requires proficiency in routine Level IV NICU procedures, including delivery room stabilization, as part of standard Neonatology training. Shifts are 13 hours. Day coverage is needed from 7 AM to 8 PM, with 3–4 daytime providers. Night coverage is needed from 7 PM to 8 AM, with one night provider. Typical patient loads are 8–12 patients per day for APPs and 16–24 for physicians. During the day, each 25-bed unit is staffed by one Attending and two APPs, while a 12-bed unit is staffed by one Attending and one APP. At night, one APP covers each unit with oversight from one overnight Neonatologist. Providers will undergo cross-credentialing at two additional locations. Candidates with a compact license may be considered without an active Florida license. Travel and expenses are covered.
Requirements
- Level IV NICU experience.
- Proficiency in routine Level IV NICU procedures, including delivery room stabilization.
- Availability for a minimum of 3–4 shifts per month.
Nice To Haves
- Level III NICU experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis but is not preferred.
- A compact license may be considered in place of an active Florida license.
Responsibilities
- Provide neonatal care in a Level IV NICU.
- Perform routine Level IV NICU procedures, including delivery room stabilization.
- Provide coverage on assigned 13-hour day or night shifts.
- Manage an APP patient load of approximately 8–12 patients per day.
- Participate in cross-credentialing at two additional locations.
Benefits
- Paid travel and expenses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
