Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a Locums Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our team in Dothan, AL. The NNP will be responsible for providing care in the NICU and newborn nursery, attending deliveries, managing NICU admissions, and responding to OB requests. The position involves working 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM or 24-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM. A minimum of 5-7 shifts per month is required. Weekend coverage is necessary, but there is no call requirement.  The NNP will cover the NICU and newborn nursery, handle admissions to the NICU, attend deliveries, and respond to OB requests. The daily patient load is expected to be around 8-10 patients per shift.  The facility includes a NICU with 16 beds and a newborn nursery with 20 beds. The average daily census is 11.2 patients in the NICU and 9 in the well-baby nursery. The hospital handles approximately 1,600 births and deliveries annually, with the average patient age being a newborn.

Requirements:

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Board Certified
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Dothan, AL, is a welcoming city known for its Southern charm and community-oriented atmosphere. This opportunity offers a supportive environment for healthcare professionals seeking locum tenens work in a well-established facility.