Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Houston, TX | 1 Week On / 1 Week Off & No Call

Britt Medical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Benefits package

Permanent & locum opportunities

Job summary

Britt Medical Search is seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for newborn nursery coverage at a Houston hospital. The role supports a stable pediatric program with daytime hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and a 7 on / 7 off schedule.

The N.P. will perform newborn exams, assessments, routine screenings, and follow-up care, educate families, and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff. Newborn/inpatient pediatric care experience is preferred; no on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Nursing required.
• PNP-AC or PNP-PC certification required.
• Active Texas APRN license or ability to obtain one.
• Newborn or inpatient pediatric care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospital-based newborn nursery coverage.
• Perform newborn examinations, assessments, and routine screenings.
• Provide routine newborn care and follow-up.
• Evaluate newborns and manage common neonatal conditions.
• Educate and support families regarding newborn health and development.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Work alongside a supportive physician and clinical team.
• No on-call responsibilities.
• Office hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

MSN or DNP in Nursing

PNP-AC/PNP-PC certification

Job description

An established hospital-based pediatric practice in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to provide newborn nursery coverage at a well-established community hospital.

Position Highlights:

• Provide hospital-based newborn nursery coverage
• 7 days on / 7 days off schedule
• Daytime hours: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Perform newborn examinations, assessments, and routine screenings
• Provide routine newborn care and follow-up
• Evaluate newborns and manage common neonatal conditions
• Educate and support families regarding newborn health and development
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals
• Work alongside a supportive physician and clinical team
• No on-call responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification (PNP-AC or PNP-PC)
• Active Texas APRN license or ability to obtain one
• Newborn or inpatient pediatric care experience preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Compensation/Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Malpractice coverage provided
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employment arrangements
• Permanent and locum employment opportunities available

Location & Lifestyle:

Houston offers an exceptional combination of big-city amenities, cultural diversity, and year-round entertainment, with world-class dining, professional sports, museums, performing arts, shopping, and an extensive selection of parks and outdoor recreation. The area provides convenient access to the Gulf Coast, with Galveston ~50 miles southeast, while Austin is ~165 miles west and San Antonio ~200 miles west, making weekend getaways throughout Texas easy to enjoy. With a diverse economy, extensive healthcare and educational resources, numerous family-friendly communities, and a wide variety of neighborhoods and housing options, the Houston area offers an outstanding quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families.