Job Description
This exciting locum tenens opportunity for a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in Newberg, OR, offers the chance to work in a dynamic hospital setting. You will provide critical care to neonates, balancing in-house responsibilities with on-call duties. The flexible schedule includes 12-hour shifts and call periods, allowing integration into a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Hospital / Inpatient
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Shifts are typically 7:00 AM - 7:00 AM, with some 5:00 AM - 5:00 AM; includes call
- Patient Population: Pediatric / Neonates
- Location: Newberg, OR
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
Job Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive neonatal critical care
- Round on newborns and respond to urgent resuscitation cases (approximately 1-3 per week)
- Perform procedures such as intubation, UVC, and needle decompression
- Interpret X-rays and manage acute neonatal conditions
Qualifications
- Active OR license and DEA required
- Board Certified (BC) only
- BLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications are mandatory
- Skills in neonatal intubation, resuscitation, and emergency interventions
Working Hours
- In-house work of 6-8 hours per day between 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Call periods extend from end of in-house hours to 7:00 AM the following day
- Must be within 30 minutes of the hospital during call
Skills
- Resuscitation and emergency airway management skills
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting neonatal X-rays
- Capable of performing lumber punctures and other advanced procedures preferred
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team