Neonatal | NP | 52-Week Travel Contract – Lubbock, TX

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) – Locum Tenens NICU Job in Lubbock, Texas

Experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner sought for a daytime inpatient rounding position in Lubbock, Texas. Join a collaborative neonatal care team and provide high-quality care in a 52-bed hospital-based NICU through this predictable locum tenens opportunity.

This Neonatal Nurse Practitioner job is ideal for an experienced provider who values a consistent schedule, collaborative care, and the opportunity to support neonatal patients. Lubbock offers a welcoming West Texas community, an affordable cost of living, and access to outdoor, cultural, and family-friendly activities.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Job Details

• Location: Lubbock, Texas
• Opportunity Type: Locum tenens healthcare position
• Specialty: Neonatology and inpatient neonatal care
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $3,820–$4,100
• Start Date: January 1, 2027
• Duration: Approximately 52 weeks, through January 1, 2028
• Schedule: One week per month
• Shift: 8-hour daytime shifts, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
• Shift Duration: 8-hour days
• Call: No night call required
• Practice Setting: Inpatient hospital; regular NICU unit
• Patient Volume: Approximately 35 encounters per shift

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of relevant Nurse Practitioner experience, preferably in neonatology or inpatient neonatal care
• Advanced Practice certification and an active Texas license or IMLC eligibility
• Board certification required
• Current DEA registration
• Current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
• Demonstrated competency in neonatal assessment, inpatient rounding, and care coordination
• For privileges and reappointment, documentation of five lumbar punctures, five arterial line procedures, five central line procedures, five chest tube procedures, and five airway management or intubation procedures completed within the past 24 months

NICU Responsibilities

• Provide 8-hour daytime rounding coverage for lower-acuity patients in the regular NICU
• Perform neonatal assessments, develop care plans, and monitor patient progress
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, families, and other members of the neonatal care team
• Manage routine inpatient neonatal needs and identify changes requiring escalation
• Document patient encounters and clinical decisions accurately and promptly
• Coordinate referrals for cases requiring cardiovascular surgery or other specialized intervention

Apply now for this Neonatal Nurse Practitioner locum tenens opportunity in Lubbock, Texas, and join a collaborative hospital-based neonatal care team.

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.