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Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology in Lubbock, TX | Inpatient Neonatal Care
Join a leading healthcare facility in Lubbock, Texas, providing specialized neonatal care. Enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive team committed to your success. Start your impactful role as early as January 1, 2027!
Quick Facts
- Location: Lubbock, TX (4000 24th Street)
- Start Date: 10/16/2026
- End Date: Ongoing/Monthly coverage
- Schedule: 8am-4pm, one week per month (Monday to Sunday)
- Shift Length: 8 hours, guaranteed hours, with overtimes potentially applicable
- Hours/Week: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Contract/Per Diem
- Licenses/Certifications: Active or IMLC license, DEA, BLS, PALS, NRP, Board Certified
- Experience: Minimum required – recent procedures in lumbar punctures, arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, and airway management
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00
- Pay Package: Discussed upon application
- Benefits Include:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You’ll Do
- Provide inpatient neonatal care focused on lower-acuity patients in the NICU
- Rounding and assessment during daytime shifts
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans
- Conduct procedures such as lumbar punctures, arterial and central lines, chest tubes, and airway management
- Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records
- Follow hospital protocols and maintain compliance with clinical guidelines
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continual education
What You Need
Required:
- Active or IMLC license in Texas (or eligible for license)
- DEA certification
- Board Certification in Neonatology
- BLS, PALS, NRP certifications
- Recent experience with intracranial, arterial, and chest procedures
Preferred:
- Prior NICU experience
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced hospital environment
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
About the Assignment
This position is based at a leading facility in Lubbock, Texas, providing inpatient neonatal care. The role involves daytime staffing with a focus on lower-acuity NICU patients, ensuring excellent outcomes and supportive patient management. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference in neonatal health while enjoying a flexible schedule and competitive hourly pay.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife
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| Employer: |
VieMed Healthcare Staffing
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| Post Date: |
Oct 16, 2026 |
| Profession: |
Advanced Practitioner |
| Job Type: |
NP |
| Specialty: |
Neonatology |
| Salary: |
$1.00 per hour |
| Location: |
Texas - Lubbock |
| Job Reference: |
72209 |
| Contact Details: |
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