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Job description
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Locum Tenens Job – Oakland, CA | Level IV NICU High-acuity Neonatal Nurse Practitioner opportunity in Oakland, California. Join a busy Level IV NICU and provide expert neonatal care to newborns and infants in a dynamic hospital setting. This locum tenens NNP assignment offers night coverage, competitive pay, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the East Bay.
Job Details
Position: Locum Tenens Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Location: Oakland, CA 94609
Healthcare Setting: Hospital-based Level IV NICU
Start Date: 10/19/2026
Assignment Length: 26 weeks
Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week; nights, weekends, and holidays may be required
Hours Per Week: 36
Weekly Estimated Pay: $5,040 - $5,400
EMR: Epic
Patient Population: Neonates and infants from birth to 1 year of age
Job Requirements
2-3 years of neonatal experience in Level III/IV NICU settings
Current board certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
Active California Nurse Practitioner license
California DEA with Schedule II/II-N authorization
BLS and NRP certifications from AHA
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification required; no exceptions
Must complete CMS Medicare and Medicaid enrollment during credentialing
COVID-19 vaccination with booster required; medical/religious exemptions only
Ability to provide required onboarding documents promptly for privileging
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality neonatal care as part of an interdisciplinary care team
Take primary responsibility for the safe delivery of care for inpatient newborns and infants
Support care in a 58-bed Level IV NICU caring for medically complex newborns
Evaluate, manage, and monitor infants admitted with serious and life-threatening conditions
Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, APP colleagues, and support staff to coordinate treatment plans
Maintain productivity expectations and perform patient care duties within scope
Work with infants from birth to 1 year of age, with cross-coverage as needed within the unit
Why Work in Oakland, CA?
Enjoy a rewarding California healthcare job in the vibrant East Bay
Access to public transit, dining, culture, and an energetic city atmosphere
Excellent opportunity for experienced NNPs seeking locum tenens neonatal nurse practitioner jobs
Benefits
GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Worksite address
oakland, CA, 94616, US
Who can apply
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