Neonatology Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner

Position Overview

One of our Partners in Michigan is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner for ongoing Level III NICU coverage.

This opportunity offers a combination of daytime clinical responsibilities and overnight in-house NICU coverage within a collaborative neonatal team environment. Providers will care for critically ill neonates, perform advanced neonatal procedures, and manage a broad spectrum of neonatal diagnoses while working alongside experienced support staff and pediatric specialists.

With recurring scheduling needs averaging 10-14 days per month and compensation of approximately $2,940 per 24-hour coverage day, this opportunity ranks among the stronger NNP locum assignments available nationally.

Pay Ranking: Top 10-15% nationally among Neonatal Nurse Practitioner locum opportunities (2026).

Assignment Highlights

• Joint Commission Certified staffing partner
• HPA Healthcare is an active member of NALTO
• Ongoing assignment beginning August 2026
• Average 10-14 coverage days per month
• Level III NICU
• Inpatient only
• 24-hour coverage model
• 12-hour daytime clinical coverage
• 12-hour overnight in-house NICU coverage
• Approximately $2,940 earned per 24-hour coverage day
• Average 10 patients per shift
• Average 1 admission daily
• Average 2 phone consults per 24-hour period
• 21-bed NICU
• Cerner EMR
• Michigan license required at presentation
• No temporary privileges available
• Provider Pay Ranking: Top 10-15% nationally (2026)