JOB OVERVIEW

Job Id: L-NP-60622

Profession: Nurse Practitioner

Specialty: NP - Neonatology

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Worcester, MA 01608

Service Setting: Inpatient

Coverage Type: Clinical Only

Coverage Period: Oct 05, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 5p – 8a; Weekends, 7a – 7a (24-hour shifts)

On-Call Shift Schedule: As specified in specific shifts (some nights are on-call)

Call Type: In-House

Reason for Coverage: Scheduling Need

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Agency

SPECIFIC SHIFTS TO FILL

Night Shifts (Weekdays) 5p– 7a

• -Oct -5,13 (nights)
• -Nov 10,11,14 (nights)
• -Dec 4,17 (nights)
• (2027)
• - Jan 7, 14,15,20,29
• - Feb 1–5,8–12, 15–19,22–26 (nights)

Day Shifts 7a– 5p

• -Oct 2026; 28,29
• -Nov 2026; 2,5,17, 20, 23, 25, 26, 27
• -Dec 2026; 15, 22-24, 28-31
• -Jan 2027; - Jan 1

PATIENT INFORMATION

Patient Demographics: Neonates

Rounding: Assigned Patients

Case Mix: Neonatal intensive care

FACILITY INFORMATION

EMR System: Cerner

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

Temporary Privileges Available: Yes

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Board: BC required – Certified

Licenses: Licensed in MA

Certifications: PALS required

Fellowship: Preferred

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive neonatal intensive care to critically ill newborns in a 24/7 onsite setting. Manage and monitor neonates requiring advanced life support, including ventilators, IVs, and medications. Collaborate with neonatologists, nurses, and respiratory therapists to develop and implement treatment plans. Perform neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line placement, lumbar puncture, and chest tube insertion. Ensure accurate documentation, follow hospital protocols, and communicate effectively with families.