Neonatal | NP | 59-Week Travel Contract – Hummelstown, PA

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NP/NNP) – Locum Tenens in Hummelstown, PA

Earn an estimated $3,260–$3,860 per week as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in a high-acuity Level IV NICU in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania. This long-term locum tenens opportunity offers advanced neonatal care, a collaborative APP and physician team, and meaningful clinical responsibility in a premier pediatric care environment near Hershey and Harrisburg.

Located in Central Pennsylvania, Hummelstown offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere, convenient access to metropolitan amenities, scenic parks, and a variety of dining and cultural experiences. Harrisburg International Airport is nearby for convenient regional travel.

Locum Tenens Job Details

• Position: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NP/NNP)
• Opportunity Type: Locum tenens healthcare job
• Location: Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, near Hershey and Harrisburg
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,260–$3,860
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Duration: Approximately 62 weeks, with coverage extending into January 2028
• Openings: 4
• NICU Setting: Level IV, 56-bed NICU with very high acuity
• Patient Volume: Approximately 10 patient encounters per shift
• Schedule: Approximately 36 hours per week; a minimum availability of 6 shifts per month is required, with block scheduling preferred
• Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts, with weekday day coverage generally scheduled 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., weekday evening/night coverage 4:00 p.m.–8:00 a.m., weekend day coverage 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., and weekend night coverage 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Twenty-four-hour shifts may also be available
• Schedule Emphasis: Primarily evening, night, and weekend coverage; occasional day shifts may be available
• Orientation: Three weekday day shifts, two evening/night shifts, and two weekend shifts, including clinical shadowing and system orientation

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Job Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license appropriate for practice in Pennsylvania
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner; board certification or appropriate specialty certification is required
• At least 1 year of advanced practice experience in neonatology or a comparable high-acuity neonatal setting
• Clinical proficiency with PICC, UVC, and UAC line placement or management, chest tubes, lumbar punctures, and intubations
• Current BLS and PALS certifications
• Ability to provide neonatal ground and air transport coverage
• Willingness to complete required transport education, including online coursework and in-person training
• Ability to complete required electronic medical record training before the first clinical shift
• Availability for block scheduling and at least 6 shifts per month, including evening, night, and weekend coverage

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive daily care for critically ill neonates in a high-acuity Level IV NICU
• Work collaboratively with neonatologists, physicians, and APP colleagues while overseeing the daily care of assigned patients
• Perform and manage advanced neonatal procedures, including PICC, UVC, and UAC lines, chest tubes, lumbar punctures, and intubations
• Evaluate patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and monitor clinical progress
• Participate in neonatal ground and air transports following completion of required training
• Manage an average of approximately 10 patient encounters per shift
• Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record
• Support safe, coordinated care across day, evening, night, weekend, and extended shifts

Apply now for this long-term Neonatal Nurse Practitioner locum tenens opportunity in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, and join a collaborative Level IV NICU team serving critically ill newborns and infants.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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