Description

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

About the Position

We are seeking a Neonatology Nurse Practitioner for an engaging 42-day assignment in West Virginia, starting Nov 2, 2026. This full-time role involves managing 8–10 patients daily with night call duties, working 8 or 12-hour shifts within a children's hospital neonatal intensive care unit. Responsibilities include performing advanced procedures like chest tube insertion, umbilical and arterial line placements, lumbar punctures, and respiratory management.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Maintain a full-time schedule; flexibility in availability is considered
• Manage 8–10 patients per day, including night call responsibilities
• Provide care within a children's hospital setting with a neonatal intensive care unit
• Perform advanced procedures including chest tubes, umbilical lines, and lumbar punctures
• Conduct respiratory management and arterial line placement
• Execute paracentesis and thoracentesis skills
• Interpret EKGs and perform central line placement

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
• EMR: Epic

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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