Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Neonatal in Tennessee

Nurse Practitioner | Neonatal Location: Tennessee Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

We are seeking an

experience

d Neonatal Nurse Practitioner for a 36-week locum tenens assignment in Tennessee. This opportunity begins on Apr 1, 2026, and offers a flexible schedule with options for 12- or 24-hour shifts, working 40 hours per week or more within a NICU open seven days a week. The assignment involves comprehensive care for neonatal patients recovering from surgery as well as growers and feeders, under physician direction.

Job Details Location: Tennessee Start Date: Apr 1, 2026 LOA: 36 weeks Provider Type Needed: Neonatology Nurse Practitioner Schedule: Flexible; 12- or 24-hour shifts; 40 hours per week; NICU operates seven days a week

Responsibilities

and

Duties

Provide total patient management for neonatal patients under physician supervision Care for infants with post-surgical needs as well as growers and feeders Monitor and manage patients throughout average stays of 21-28 days before transfer to home hospitals Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes Participate in resuscitation and advanced life support as required Additional Information At least 3 years of NICU

experience

required

Must have

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner board certification Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required Current licensure required in Tennessee (or eligibility for licensure) Seeking candidates willing to work 40 hours per week or more; overtime not covered

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. LI-SC1