Nurse Practitioner Neonatal

AIMS Locum Tenens; Fort Bliss (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Job summary

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to provide specialized care at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, Fort Bliss, TX. This 1099 contractor role covers the Delivery Room, NICU, Step-Down Nursery, and Special Care Nursery under medical direction.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Nursing, NNP certification, BLS/PALS/NRP/S.T.A.B.L.E., and at least 1 year of recent NICU experience. Licensure and DHA/MTF health requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing from ACEN or CCNE accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year of post-graduation/training experience within the last 2 years.
• National board certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
• Current, valid, unrestricted nursing licensure in the United States.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), S.T.A.B.L.E. certifications.
• U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States as specified in the PWS.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, treat, and monitor premature, high-risk, and critically ill newborns.
• Manage complex neonatal conditions, including respiratory issues, jaundice, anemia, and electrolyte imbalances.
• Provide neonatal consultations, monitoring, treatment planning, and follow-up care.

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (ACEN/CCNE accredited)

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule

Nurse Practitioner – Neonatal (NNP) (1099 Provider)

Location: William Beaumont Army Medical Center (WBAMC), Fort Bliss, TX 79906

Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)

Job Overview:

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to provide specialized care to premature, high-risk, and critically ill newborns at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, Fort Bliss, TX. The NNP will provide advanced neonatal care in the Delivery Room, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Step-Down Nursery, and Special Care Nursery under the Medical Director's supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, treat, and monitor premature, high-risk, and critically ill newborns.
• Manage complex neonatal conditions, including respiratory complications, jaundice, anemia, fluid/electrolyte imbalances, NEC, IVH, PVL, ROP, and TTN.
• Provide neonatal consultations, ongoing monitoring, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate specialized neonatal care.
• Participate in discharge planning, clinical pathway development, and quality improvement.
• Coordinate neonatal transfers with higher-level NICUs and transport teams.
• Educate and support families regarding neonatal conditions and treatment.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Provide clinical guidance, staff education, and evidence-based training.
• Follow DHA/MTF clinical protocols, infection-control procedures, and patient‑safety standards.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree in Nursing from an appropriately accredited nursing specialty program recognized through ACEN or CCNE.

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of post-graduation/training experience within the last 2 years. Residency and training do not count toward the required experience.

Certification:

National board certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner through an appropriate recognized certification organization.

Licensure:

Current, valid, unrestricted professional nursing licensure applicable to the position.

Required Life Support Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• S.T.A.B.L.E. certification

Work Authorization:

Must be a U.S. citizen, noncitizen national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the United States as specified in the PWS.

Work Schedule

• Day Shift: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
• Night Shift: 4:00 PM–8:00 AM
• Days: Sunday–Saturday, including weekends and federal holidays
• Shift Duration: Normally up to 12 hours; may extend to 16 hours
• Hours: Generally 40 hours per week, with up to 8 additional hours per FTE per week when required
• Meal Break: Up to 60 minutes, unpaid
• On-Call: None
• Final schedules are determined by facility mission requirements.
• Must be available to work 10–12 shifts per month.

Work Environment

Hospital-based neonatal care at WBAMC, including delivery rooms, NICU, step-down and special care nurseries. The position requires close collaboration with medical teams, rapid clinical decision-making, and care for medically complex newborns.

Health & Other Requirements

Must meet DHA/MTF occupational health, immunization, TB screening, credentialing, clinical privileging, and security/access requirements. A 10-digit NPI is required; DEA registration is not required under this Task Order.