Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (Per Diem)

Pediatrix; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expenses covered

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Pediatrix in Texarkana, TX is offering a per diem position for an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. This role involves providing essential care to neonates at Christus St. Michael’s Hospital, recognized as a top workplace in healthcare.

The NNP will be responsible for 24-hour coverage, dealing with various neonatal conditions requiring special attention. A master's degree and current APRN certification are mandatory, alongside relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year post‑grad clinical experience required.
• TX license or active IMLC preferred.
• Recent experience as certified NNP required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24‑hour, in‑house coverage for neonates.
• Care for preemies and term babies needing specialized treatment.
• Work at Christus St. Michael’s Hospital in Texarkana, TX.

Skills

Current APRN national specialty certification

Experience with mechanical ventilation

Knowledge of nitric oxide and oscillator ventilation

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Per Diem

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) openings in Texarkana, TX – Apply Now!

Pediatrix Medical Group has a wonderful per diem opportunity available for an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join a well-established practice providing care to neonates at Christus St. Michael’s Hospital in Texarkana, TX. Christus St. Michael's Hospital was ranked by Modern Healthcare as one of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" in 2017.

The Level‑III NICU has 8 beds and the intermediate unit has 7 with an average daily census of 9 infants. The neonatologists see babies in the newborn nursery with approximately 2,100 deliveries annually.

NNPs provide 24‑hour, in‑house coverage and also care for preemies and term babies who need mechanical ventilation, nitric oxide, oscillator ventilation, and total body cooling.

Qualifications

• Current APRN national specialty certification
• Minimum of a master’s degree and 1 year post‑grad clinical experience required
• TX license or active IMLC preferred
• Certified NNP with recent experience required

Benefits

Pediatrix covers travel expenses (round trip flight/rental car or mileage and lodging) for those who reside outside a commutable distance from the practice. Malpractice insurance is also covered for this W‑2 per diem position.

• Employee Assistance
• PTO: Per diem team members are not eligible for PTO
• Holidays: Per diem team members are not eligible for company holidays
• Other compensation: Per diem team members are not eligible for other compensation

This job posting will remain open, and we will continue to accept applications until an offer has been extended and accepted.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.