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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Neonatal in Galesburg, IL
Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Neonatal in Galesburg, ILLocumJobsNetwork • Galesburg, IL, US
Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Neonatal in Galesburg, IL

Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Neonatal in Galesburg, IL

LocumJobsNetwork • Galesburg, IL, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

LocumJobsNetwork is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Neonatal NP in Galesburg, Illinois, 61401!

About The Position

We are seeking two experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois, starting Feb 16, 2026. This three-month opportunity features five 24-hour call shifts every two weeks, each with 8 hours on-site for clinic and the remainder on off-site call. Providers will support Newborn Nursery and Special Care Nursery, working closely with a multidisciplinary perinatal team.

Job Details

  • Location : Illinois
  • Start Date : Feb 16, 2026
  • LOA : 30 days
  • Provider Type Needed : Neonatology Nurse Practitioner
  • Schedule : Five 24-hour call shifts every two weeks; 8 hours on-site for clinic, then off-site call (must return if called in); estimated 10 shifts per month

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Perform comprehensive newborn assessments in nursery settings
  • Attend deliveries and provide immediate neonatal care
  • Manage respiratory and other acute needs for newborns
  • Coordinate care with nursing and medical staff
  • Work autonomously while maintaining collaboration with the broader perinatal team
  • Additional Information

  • Active Illinois state license required
  • Minimum 2 years of independent neonatal clinical experience
  • Board certification required
  • DEA and Illinois CSR required
  • Certifications : ACLS, BLS, PALS
  • Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
  • What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

    Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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    About Wellhart, LLC

    Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.

    Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client / provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.

    Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to :

  • Travel the United States and see new places.
  • Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
  • Set your own schedule.
  • Earn more money than permanent providers.
  • Experience new practice settings.
  • Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.
  • Join the Wellhart team!

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