Per Diem Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Opportunity | Level III NICU
Job at a glance
Job description
TMC Health is seeking an experienced Per Diem Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our collaborative neonatal team at Tucson Medical Center.
This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a busy, state-of-the-art Level III NICU alongside experienced Neonatologists, Advanced Practice Providers, and dedicated neonatal nursing staff focused on quality outcomes and evidence-based medicine.
The NICU features 41 licensed beds, approximately 600 annual admissions, an average daily census of 35 patients, and nearly 5,700 annual deliveries. Providers benefit from a highly collaborative environment where Neonatologists and NNPs work closely together to deliver exceptional neonatal care.
Compensation & Benefits
- $90/hour compensation
- Minimum commitment of 48 hours per month
- Travel expenses covered, including airfare, hotel accommodations, and rental car
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage provided; no tail coverage required
- Flexible per diem scheduling
- Collaborative, team-oriented practice environment
Tucson offers more than 350 days of sunshine annually, abundant outdoor recreation, vibrant cultural attractions, and an exceptional quality of life.
Job Responsibilities
Develop and manage treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Attend high-risk deliveries as part of a shared Neonatologist/NNP coverage model
Initiate admissions and provide care for neonatal emergencies
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic studies
Prescribe and manage medications and treatments in accordance with applicable regulations
Participate in PICC line placement as part of the NNP/RN/Physician team
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice
Qualifications
National Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or certification eligible
Current Arizona RN and Nurse Practitioner licensure, or ability to obtain
DEA license or ability to obtain
Minimum of five years of related clinical experience preferred
Experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners required
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
Working Hours
Minimum commitment of 48 hours per month
Flexible scheduling
Rotating day, night, and weekend coverage as needed
Coverage provided within a 41-bed Level III NICU
In-house Neonatologist support available
Skills
Advanced neonatal assessment skills
Critical thinking and clinical decision-making
Neonatal emergency stabilization and treatment
PICC line placement experience preferred
Collaboration within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Family-centered patient care
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Evidence-based practice and quality improvement
Strong documentation and organizational skills