NNP | Level IV NICU | 24-Hr In-House Call | 1-2 Weekends/Month | TX

Seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) for a long-term locum tenens opportunity at a highly respected hospital in Lubbock, TX. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a Level IV NICU while maintaining outstanding schedule flexibility with only 1-2 weekends per month required.

Position Highlights

• Level IV NICU practice environment
• 24-Hour In-House Call Coverage
• Weekend-only schedule
• Flexible commitment: 1-2 weekends per month
• Long-term ongoing assignment (1-year commitment preferred)
• Start: January 2027
• Epic EMR
• Supportive, multidisciplinary neonatal team
• Opportunity to supplement income while maintaining work-life balance
• Facility accepts multiple providers

Practice Setting

• Inpatient Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• 52-bed department
• Approximately 30-35 patients seen during coverage
• Level II Trauma Center
• Pediatric Level III designation
• Collaborative support staff including NNPs, RNs, and ancillary personnel

Clinical Responsibilities

The selected provider will deliver high-acuity neonatal care and should be comfortable managing critically ill neonates in a Level IV NICU setting.

Preferred procedural experience includes:

• Neonatal intubations
• Airway management
• Lumbar punctures
• Arterial line placement
• Central line procedures
• Chest tube placement

Cardiovascular surgery cases are referred out for intervention.

Schedule

• 24-Hour In-House Call
• Shift: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
• Weekend coverage only
• 1-2 weekends per month
• Ongoing coverage need

Requirements

• Board Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
• Active Texas License or IMLC eligibility
• DEA Required
• BLS Certification
• PALS Certification
• NRP Certification
• Recent Level III/IV NICU experience preferred
• Strong procedural competency in neonatal critical care

Benefits

• Travel and lodging provided
• Malpractice insurance covered
• Long-term assignment stability
• Opportunity to work at a high-acuity pediatric facility
• Flexible schedule with minimal monthly commitment

If you're an experienced NNP seeking a highly flexible locum opportunity in a premier Level IV NICU setting, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today for confidential consideration.