Location: Gastonia, NC

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Full-time, 20 hours per day clinical coverage (specific start/end times and days vary; schedule to be discussed with hiring team) - coverage includes Level III NICU and newborn nursery with in-house neonatologist daytime support and NNP coverage across extended hours

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality neonatal care in a 16-suite Level III NICU, delivering evidence-based treatments and bedside management
• Cover the newborn nursery as part of the clinical team, ensuring seamless transitions from birth to neonatal care
• Collaborate closely with neonatologists and multidisciplinary staff to coordinate patient care and escalate when needed
• Perform comprehensive assessments, order and interpret tests, and manage acute and complex neonatal conditions
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with families — educate, update, and involve them in the care plan
• Document patient care accurately and timely in the medical record, contributing to quality and safety initiatives
• Participate in unit-based performance improvement, education, and clinical protocol development

Qualifications

• NNP Board Certification (required) — must be neonatal-specific (NNP); FNP/PNP or other NP certifications not accepted
• Minimum 2+ years of employment experience as an NNP (RN experience does not count toward this requirement)
• Experience in Level III NICU care and newborn nursery coverage preferred
• Not accepting new graduate candidates
• Not accepting Locums candidates

Education

• NNP Board Certification (required)
• Completion of an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program (typical pathway)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong neonatal assessment and critical-care skills for Level III NICU patients
• Familiarity with newborn nursery workflows and transitional care
• Ability to collaborate effectively with neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and families
• Proven clinical decision-making, acute stabilization, and procedural competency in neonatology
• Clear documentation skills and comfort with electronic medical records
• Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and family-centered care

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for peace of mind
• Retirement savings plan (401k) to help you plan for the future
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Aflac options for added hospital/critical illness protection
• Identity protection and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work–life support
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• A collaborative, award-winning team and a supportive workplace culture

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