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Fantastic Per Diem NICU Opportunity – Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Waterbury, CT UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital is seeking an experienced Pediatric Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Special Care Nursery ( SCN ) and Newborn Nursery team. This per diem opportunity offers the flexibility to work when it fits your schedule while practicing alongside experienced providers and neonatology attendings in a supportive, academic-affiliated environment.
Why This Opportunity? Per diem flexibility with 24/7/365 coverage 12- and/or 24-hour shifts available Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle Work in both the Special Care Nursery and Newborn Nursery Collaborate closely with experienced providers and neonatology attendings Competitive compensation Opportunity to practice in a high-acuity neonatal setting Supportive team with strong academic resources Clinical
Attend high-risk deliveries Admit and manage infants in the SCN , including daily rounds and procedures Provide care for well babies in the Newborn Nursery Participate in Pediatric Codes and trauma responses in the Emergency Department Collaborate with neonatology, pediatrics, nursing, and advanced practice teams Preferred clinical skills include: Intubation Umbilical artery and vein catheterization IV placement Lumbar punctures Urinary catheterization This is an excellent opportunity for a PA or NP looking to maintain clinical involvement, expand neonatal experience, and enjoy the flexibility of a per diem schedule with 12- and/or 24-hour shifts.
UConn Health Community Network Medical Group brings together physicians and advanced practice providers across multiple specialties to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. Through collaboration, clinical excellence, and community partnerships, we are committed to improving access to care and enhancing the health and well-being of the communities we serve. About Waterbury Hospital Waterbury Hospital is a 357-bed acute care facility with a Level II Trauma Center designation, providing advanced medical care to more than 350,000 residents in the greater Waterbury region.
The hospital employs over 2,000 staff members and works with a medical staff of nearly 700 providers. About UConn Health UConn Health, part of the nationally recognized University of Connecticut, delivers world-class patient care, groundbreaking research, and innovative medical education, serving over one million patients annually. As part of this academic system, providers benefit from strong institutional resources, collaboration, and opportunities for professional development.
Life in Connecticut Located along the I-84 corridor, Waterbury sits among the scenic hills and classic New England towns of northwestern Connecticut. The region offers an exceptional quality of life with excellent schools, vibrant cultural attractions, and convenient access to New York City, Boston, Connecticut’s Gold Coast, and the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. Join UConn Health at Waterbury Hospital and become part of a team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate community care.
Please contact Natalie Hauzeur for more details at: Natalie. Hauzeur@wtbyhosp.org
Part time · Rotating shift
About the role
This per diem opportunity offers the flexibility to work when it fits your schedule while practicing alongside experienced providers and neonatology attendings in a supportive, academic-affiliated environment.