Locum - Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology Lansing, MI

Locum Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology Lansing, MI

Are you a dedicated Nurse Practitioner with neonatal experience seeking a flexible and rewarding opportunity? Join a leading facility in Lansing, Michigan, providing vital care in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Enjoy a competitive hourly pay rate, a consistent schedule with day and night shifts, and comprehensive support throughout your assignment. This role offers an immediate start, with an engaged team committed to excellence in neonatal patient care.

Quick Facts

• Location: 1215 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48912
• Start Date: 07/05/2026
• End Date: TBD
• Shift: 12-hour shifts, Day: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM / Night: 7:00 PM 7:30 AM
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Employment Type: Contract (Locum)
• License/Certifications: Active State License (no new license candidates), NRP required
• Experience: Neonatal experience required; no new grads accepted

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Pay Rate: $0.00 (rate to be discussed upon application)
• Benefits Include:
  • Competitive pay package
  • 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 neonatal care in the Level III NICU, managing complex cases
• Attend in delivery rooms for neonatal resuscitation and stabilization
• Perform procedures such as PICC line placement, umbilical line placement, needle aspiration, and chest tube placement
• Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and the healthcare team
• Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR system
• Support hospital protocols and participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives

What You Need

• Must hold an active State License (no new license applicants accepted)
• Must be board certified (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA, or equivalent)
• Neonatal experience is required; recent experience preferred
• Certification in NRP is required
• Key skills: neonatal procedures, patient management, team collaboration
• Ability to work under supervision; APP will not work autonomously

About the Assignment

This assignment is at a top-tier hospital in Lansing, Michigan, specializing in neonatal intensive care. The unit is currently short-staffed due to the pause of the fellowship program, emphasizing the need for experienced providers to ensure continuous, high-quality neonatal care. The facility environment promotes teamwork, professional development, and a commitment to patient safety. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife.