Per Diem Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider

Position Title

Per Diem Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider (NNP or PA) – Independent Contractor (1099)

Bend, Oregon

We are seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide per diem coverage in a Level III NICU as an independent contractor (1099). The provider will deliver comprehensive neonatal care, including delivery attendance, newborn resuscitation, NICU management, stabilization, and transport support for critically ill neonates.

• Per diem coverage based on department needs
• Day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts available
• 12‑hour and 24‑hour shifts
• No formal call requirements

• Attend high‑risk deliveries and provide neonatal resuscitation
• Perform comprehensive assessments, admissions, and daily management of NICU patients
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with neonatologists and the multidisciplinary team
• Prescribe medications, respiratory therapies, and other treatments within scope of practice
• Perform procedures including:
• Endotracheal intubation
• Umbilical venous and arterial catheter placement
• PICC placement and management
• Arterial line placement
• Lumbar puncture
• Chest tube insertion and thoracentesis
• Urinary catheterization and other neonatal procedures
• Participate in neonatal transports as needed
• Communicate effectively with families and provide family‑centered care
• Complete timely and accurate medical documentation and billing

• Graduate of an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current, unrestricted Oregon NP or PA license (or ability to obtain)
• NCC, AANP, AANC, AMCB, or NCCPA certification as applicable
• Current DEA registration
• Current BLS certification (ACLS if required by privileges)
• Minimum of two years of experience practicing in a Level III or higher NICU
• Strong neonatal resuscitation, critical care, and procedural skills
• Experience with electronic medical records

• Neonatal transport experience
• Experience with quality improvement, education, and clinical leadership activities
• NRP instructor or advanced neonatal education experience

• Competitive per diem 1099 contractor rate
• Flexible scheduling based on availability and unit needs

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced neonatal provider seeking flexible, independent‑contractor work in a collaborative, high‑acuity NICU environment.