We are seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide locum services in a Level IV NICU setting in Sacramento, CA.
This is an excellent opportunity for an NNP with advanced NICU experience looking for full-time night coverage starting January 19, 2026.
Job Details:
Specialty: Neonatology Level IV NICU
Setting: Acute Care Hospital
Schedule:
Full-time, 3x12-hour night shifts per week
Nights: 5:30 PM 6:00 AM
Occasional day shifts available
No call required
Contract Length: 3 months (potential to extend)
Start Date: January 19, 2026
Responsibilities:
Provide care for neonates in a Level IV NICU
Manage extremely low birth weight infants and urgent surgical cases
Perform advanced NICU procedures: neonatal resuscitation, intubation, surfactant administration, line placement (UAC, UVC, PAL, PICC), needle thoracentesis, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture, exchange transfusion
Document care in Epic EMR
Requirements:
Active California NP license
Board Certification in Neonatology
Certifications: NRP (required), PALS, BLS (AHA)
Minimum 2 years NICU experience
Epic EMR experience required
Credentialing:
Estimated timeframe: days
Completion of facility-specific forms and verifications required
Interview with department leadership
Why Join Us?
Work in a Level IV NICU at a leading academic hospital
Stable full-time night schedule with occasional day shifts
Opportunity to perform advanced neonatal procedures in a collaborative environment
Weekly direct deposit
Comprehensive malpractice insurance provided
Take the Next Step!
Contact Morgan Hennessey at and call
