Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology Needed in MD

  • ID: 218728A
  • Updated May 25th, 2026

  • Job ID 218728A
  • Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology
  • Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
  • Specialty Neonatology
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State MD
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Duration
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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Neonatology Nurse Practitioner for a 112-day assignment in Maryland, starting Nov 23, 2026. This role involves night shifts from 7pm to 7am, typically 12-14 shifts per month. The selected candidate will focus on rounding and resuscitating neonates, providing Level III nursery coverage, and attending high-risk deliveries and c-sections within a unit. Responsibilities also include advanced procedures such as intubations and umbilical line placements, requiring independent management of cases with neo availability by phone.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide nursery coverage for neonates.
  • Round and resuscitate neonates during night shifts (7pm to 7am).
  • Attend high risk deliveries and c-sections.
  • Perform neonatal resuscitation procedures, including intubations and umbilical line placements.
  • Stabilize and manage patients independently without transfers.
  • Manage a unit with an average census of 14 patients.
  • Focus on NICU coverage, not general nursery duties.
  • Work 12-14 shifts per month.


Additional Information

  • Required Board Certification: Pediatric Hospital Medicine
  • EMR: Cerner
  • Must be proficient with neonatal resuscitation procedures and hold NRP and STABLE certification (STABLE certification can be obtained through MedStar classes).


Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities


What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.


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Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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