Neonatal NP

Market Street Staffing • Portland, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an ongoing coverage need for a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NP) in an inpatient setting. The facility has a 31-bed NICU and a 20-bed Step-Down Nursery, with approximately 950 admissions per year. The practice group includes 9 Neonatologists and 4 Pediatricians. The role requires 12-hour shifts, with both day and night coverage needed. The NP will manage an average of 8-10 patients per shift in the NICU and 10-12 patients in the Step-Down Nursery. The patient population consists of neonates. The EMR system used is EPIC. Credentialing typically takes 30-60 days.

Requirements

• Active Maine licensure
• Board certification
• NRP certification
• COVID and Flu vaccinations
• Minimum 1-year Neonatal experience or equivalent
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty
• Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Maine
• National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP])

Nice To Haves

• While specific requirements may vary, most locum APP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions
• Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices
• Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and APP specialty
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly

Benefits

• If you reside greater than 50 miles from the facility you are eligible for travel benefits. You will have your travel and lodging arranged by our travel department and paid for in full.
• This position is offered as an independent contractor (1099) role and does not include the typical benefits associated with a W-2 employment, such as health insurance, retirement contributions, or paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level