APP - Neonatology Lubbuck, TX
Job at a glance
Job description
Opportunity:
Advanced Practice - Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology
Job Details:
- Provide inpatient neonatology coverage one week per month
- Shifts run Monday through Sunday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with 8 guaranteed hours per day
- 8-hour daytime rounding shifts focused on lower-acuity patients in the regular NICU unit
- No night call required
- Approximately 35 patient encounters per shift within a 52-bed department
- Board certification required
- Active state license or IMLC required
- DEA required
- Required certifications: BLS, PALS, and NRP
- Documentation required showing completion within the past 24 months of 5 lumbar punctures, 5 arterial line procedures, 5 central line procedures, 5 chest tube procedures, and 5 airway management/intubation procedures
- CV surgery cases are referred out for intervention
Facility:
This facility is a dedicated pediatric hospital providing specialized care to children across a wide range of medical needs. The hospital includes a full-service neonatal intensive care unit equipped to handle both routine and complex neonatal cases, staffed by experienced multidisciplinary teams. The facility is recognized as a Level 2 trauma center and is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to its youngest and most vulnerable patients.
Location:
Lubbock, TX
Lubbock is a vibrant West Texas city known for its friendly community, affordable cost of living, and rich music and cultural heritage as the birthplace of Buddy Holly. The area offers a welcoming atmosphere, wide-open landscapes, and a strong sense of community, making it an excellent place to live and work.