Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Opportunity

Join a leading facility as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, catering to high-acuity neonates in a NICU setting. This role involves working with patients from 22 weeks gestational age to one year, including those with tracheostomies. You will have the opportunity to perform a range of procedures and support high-risk deliveries. The position offers flexible 12-hour shifts and 24-hour shifts, accommodating days and nights.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Hospital
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Sunday–Saturday; 12-hour shifts days and nights, with 24-hour shifts available
• Patient Population: Neonatal
• Location: Aurora, CO

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)

Job Responsibilities

• Care for high-acuity neonates in the NICU
• Manage a patient assignment of 8-12 neonates with mixed acuity
• Attend and manage high-risk deliveries
• Perform procedures such as UAC/UVC, PICC, PAL placement, intubation, and chest tube placement
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care

Qualifications

• Active CO License (or willingness to obtain)
• NCC or NCCPA Board Certifications
• NRP, BLS, PALS certifications
• DEA certification
• Minimum 2 years NICU Level 4 experience
• Surgical patient and ECMO experience preferred

Working Hours

• Flexible 12-hour shifts with rotations for days and nights
• 24-hour shifts available

Skills

• Strong neonatal critical care and assessment skills
• Proficiency in performing advanced neonatal procedures
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to handle high-stress situations and make decisions quickly

Join our team to provide critical care to our youngest and most delicate patients in a dynamic and supportive environment.