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We are hiring Neonatal Nurse Practitioners at a prestigious Hospital in Baltimore, MD! We have multiple positions in our NICU and will consider both Neonatal Nurse Practitioners and Physician ...

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Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Job Type: Full-Time Place of Performance: Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune (NMCCL) 100 Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547 Schedule: 24/7 coverage. Two 13-hour ...

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We are seeking an experienced and passionate Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our neonatal care team. As an NNP, you will have the opportunity to work with fragile newborns and their ...

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We are seeking an experienced and passionate Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our neonatal care team. As an NNP, you will have the opportunity to work with fragile newborns and their ...

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$120 - $150/hr

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our neonatal care team. As an NNP, you will have the opportunity to work with fragile newborns and their ...

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$112K - $147K/yr

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Job Type: Full-Time Place of Performance: Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune (NMCCL) 100 Brewster Blvd, Camp Lejeune, NC 28547 Schedule: 24/7 coverage. Two 13-hour ...

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How much do contract neonatal nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract neonatal nurse practitioner in the United States is $136,649.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract neonatal nurse practitioner?

Contract Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (NNPs) are advanced practice registered nurses who provide specialized care to newborn infants, particularly those who are premature or critically ill, on a contractual or temporary basis. Unlike permanent staff, contract NNPs are typically hired for a specific period or project by hospitals, clinics, or healthcare staffing agencies. They perform many of the same duties as full-time NNPs, such as assessing newborns, developing care plans, and working closely with neonatologists and families. Contract roles can offer flexibility, higher pay rates, and experience in various clinical settings. However, they may also come with less job security and fewer benefits compared to permanent positions.

How does the role of a contract neonatal nurse practitioner differ from a permanent staff position in terms of team integration and daily responsibilities?

As a contract Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, you will often need to quickly adapt to new hospital environments and integrate with established NICU teams. While your core responsibilities—such as assessing newborns, developing care plans, and collaborating with neonatologists—remain consistent, you may be expected to handle a wider range of shifts and caseloads depending on staffing needs. Contract NNPs must be proactive in building rapport with colleagues and familiarizing themselves with specific unit protocols. This role can offer exposure to diverse clinical settings and practices, which is beneficial for professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract neonatal nurse practitioner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical expertise in neonatal care, a Master’s or Doctoral nursing degree, and current NNP certification and licensure. Familiarity with neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) equipment, electronic health records, and neonatal resuscitation protocols is essential. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure are vital soft skills. These attributes enable NNPs to deliver high-quality care to vulnerable newborns, ensure patient safety, and integrate seamlessly into new clinical environments.

What is the difference between Contract Neonatal Nurse Practitioner vs Contract Pediatric Nurse Practitioner?

AspectContract Neonatal Nurse PractitionerContract Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
CredentialsMaster's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certificationMaster's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification
Work EnvironmentNeonatal intensive care units, hospitals, specialty clinicsPediatric clinics, hospitals, outpatient settings
Employer & IndustryHospitals, neonatal care centers, healthcare agenciesHospitals, pediatric clinics, outpatient facilities

Contract Neonatal Nurse Practitioners focus on newborns in neonatal intensive care units, while Contract Pediatric Nurse Practitioners care for children across various outpatient and hospital settings. Both roles require advanced nursing credentials but serve different patient populations and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Contract Neonatal Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $136,649 per year, or $65.7 per hour.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Nitelines USA, Inc.

Camp Lejeune, NC • On-site

$111K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

NEEDED: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

LOCATION Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, NC

UNITS: Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Mother Baby Unit, and Labor & Delivery Unit (to include the Operating Room (OR) for cesarean sections).

PATIENTS: Treatment of active-duty military dependents, eligible DoD civilian employee dependents, and other eligible beneficiaries

SCHEDULE:

  • Coverage shall consist of two (2) shifts per day, with one (1) NNP assigned per shift.
  • NNP 24-hour Coverage Shift Structure:
  • One (1) NNP will be scheduled per 13-hour shift.
  • Services are required 7 days a week, 24 hours a day to include weekends and holidays.
  • Each shift must include one (1) 30-minute uncompensated meal break.
  • Each shift must include a thirty (30) minute compensated handoff at the scheduled shift start of the oncoming shift.
  • The total compensated time per NNP shift shall equal twelve and a half (12.5) hours.
  • Telework is not permitted

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • NNP shall be in good standing, and under no restrictions, with the state licensure board in any state in which a license is held or has been held within the last 10 years.
  • NNP shall be in good standing and under no sanction or suspension by the federal government.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Shall obtain/maintain a National Provider Identifier (NPI)
  • Possess certification as a NNP from the National Certification Corporation (NCC).
  • Possess current, full, active and unrestricted license to practice as a neonatal nurse practitioner.
  • Possess current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Provider Completion Card.
  • Possess current certification in Pediatric advanced Life Support (PALS).
  • Possess current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross. Certification cards must display the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross emblem. Web-based classes do not meet required standards. HCWs, not currently in possession of current certification, must acquire certification prior to initiating contract performance.
  • Possess a minimum of three years' experience within the last five years as a Nurse Practitioner in a level II or higher neonatal unit.
  • Pertinent clinical experience within the past two years sufficient to demonstrate current clinical competency for the setting and procedures required by the contract.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Order and administer an approved list of drugs according to protocol.
  • Provide comprehensive medical assessment, examination, consultation, diagnosis, and treatment plans for neonates.
  • Provide medical management of neonates to include neonatal resuscitation, conventional ventilation, stabilization and maintenance of Level II care prior to transport, and prescription of medications (including controlled substances) to treat neonatal medical disorders.
  • Request and interpret laboratory tests, electrocardiograms, radiographic procedures, and other tests.
  • Determine appropriate procedures and perform procedures including sedation, endotracheal intubation, routine phlebotomy, arterial phlebotomy, percutaneous central venous line placement, umbilical line placement, lumbar puncture, suprapubic bladder taps, bladder catheterization, needle thoracentesis, and chest tube placement as credentialed.
  • Attend routine and high-risk deliveries as a member of the Resuscitation Team and perform Neonatal Resuscitation.
  • Provide medical care to neonates awaiting transport to other facilities and arriving from other higher level of care NICUs.
  • Provide outpatient care for routine appointments/NICU follow-up appointments.
  • Provide clinical instruction to students and resident physicians rotating through the nursery.
  • These duties will be performed under the clinical direction of a designated government or contract Neonatologist.

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We are a diversified Support Services Agency For Federal and State Governments, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, NiteLines USA, Inc., was founded to pursue and impart contract quality support services to a variety of governmental agencies. In the years since its inception, our firm has grown steadily. We employ various management, administrative and professional service personnel with extensive experience and understanding in providing quality services to all of our customers. NiteLines USA, Inc. is fully aware of our customer requirements for reliable, efficient, and quality contract support services. We have both the technical expertise to provide the support services needed, and the management personnel and procedures to ensure quality performance of every contract. Our company’s technical, management, and policies demonstrate our understanding of the specific requirements of each contract and our innovative ideas about how to provide these services at a much higher level of accomplishment than is currently available to support . Our management procedures stress the ability of our corporate team to manage the services to the complete satisfaction of our customers.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Duluth, GA, US

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