Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour and 24-hour shifts (in-house and on-call); 12 shifts per month (approximately 18 days off per month). On-call from home during off shifts. Optional additional 4-hour newborn nursery shifts at Lakeside. Shift type: rotating (day/night).

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

• Collaborate with neonatologists to plan and deliver high-quality neonatal care across four Level II NICUs
• Provide hands-on assessment, stabilization, and ongoing management of newborns and infants
• Cover multiple facilities (Lakeside, Southwest, Canadian Valley, Edmond) with flexibility and professionalism
• Participate in in-house and on-call coverage, ensuring continuity of care for patients and families
• Support and communicate with families, providing education and compassionate guidance during critical moments
• Contribute to quality improvement, safety initiatives, and best-practice neonatal care processes

Qualifications

• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) certification or equivalent advanced practice qualification
• Active and unrestricted APRN/NP license in Oklahoma (or ability to obtain state licensure promptly)
• Experience in NICU/Neonatal care and newborn nursery practice; in-house/on-call experience a plus
• Comfort covering multiple Level II NICU sites and providing collaborative care with neonatologists
• Residency within the immediate local area is required; relocation may be necessary
• Not accepting Locums or visa candidates; new fellows are encouraged to apply

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong neonatal assessment and resuscitation skills
• Knowledge of Level II NICU protocols and newborn nursery workflows
• Ability to work independently during in-house/on-call shifts and to escalate appropriately
• Excellent communication and family-centered care skills
• Flexibility with shift patterns and covering multiple facilities
• Team-oriented mindset and collaborative problem-solving

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to help keep you and your family healthy
• Life and Disability insurance for peace of mind
• Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and HSA options to fit your needs
• 401K retirement savings plan with employer options
• Employee Stock Purchase Program — a chance to invest in your workplace
• Voluntary plans available for added, personalized protection
• Some benefits provided at no cost and a strong focus on employee well-being
• A supportive team culture that values work-life balance and your professional growth

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