Neonatal | NP

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) – Locum Tenens in Lubbock, Texas

Join a high-acuity Level IV NICU in Lubbock, TX, as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner providing 24-hour in-house call coverage. This locum tenens opportunity is ideal for an experienced NNP who is confident managing critically ill neonates and supporting advanced procedures in a busy inpatient setting. Lubbock offers a welcoming West Texas community, a reasonable cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation and cultural amenities.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,440–$3,690
• Specialty: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
• Healthcare Setting: Inpatient, Level IV NICU
• Schedule: Weekend coverage, approximately 1–2 weekends per month
• Call Type: 24-hour in-house call
• Shift: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m.
• Shift Duration: 12-hour designation; coverage is structured as 24-hour in-house call
• Start Date: January 4, 2027
• Contract Duration: Approximately 52 weeks, with an anticipated one-year commitment
• Location: Lubbock, Texas

NNP Job Requirements and Qualifications

• At least 1 year of advanced practice experience, with neonatal or high-acuity inpatient experience strongly preferred
• Current advanced practice credentials and an active Texas license or IMLC eligibility
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner
• Current DEA registration
• Current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
• Clinical proficiency in neonatal airway management and intubation preferred
• Experience with lumbar punctures, arterial lines, central lines, and chest tube procedures preferred

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour in-house call coverage for critically ill neonates in a Level IV NICU
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage neonatal patients throughout the inpatient stay
• Perform or assist with advanced neonatal procedures, including lumbar punctures, arterial line placement, central line procedures, chest tube procedures, and airway management
• Manage acute changes in patient condition and coordinate timely escalation of care
• Collaborate with neonatologists, nursing staff, specialists, and the broader multidisciplinary care team
• Document assessments, treatment plans, procedures, and patient progress accurately
• Support high-quality, family-centered care for neonates and their families

Apply now for this Neonatal Nurse Practitioner locum tenens opportunity in Lubbock, Texas, and join a dedicated Level IV NICU team.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.