What are the responsibilities and job description for the Per Diem NICU Opportunities for APRN/NP and/or Physician Assistant position at UConn Health Community Network Medical Group?
Fantastic Per Diem NICU Opportunity – Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in Waterbury, CT
UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital are seeking experienced Pediatric Physician Assistants (PA) or Nurse Practitioners (NP) to join our team in the Special Care Nursery (SCN) and Newborn Nursery. This per diem opportunity provides coverage 24/7, 365 days per year. The selected candidate will work alongside a group of experienced providers and neonatology attendings at UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital, supporting the care of newborns in both the SCN and Newborn Nursery.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Attend high-risk deliveries
- Admit and manage infants in the SCN through daily rounds and procedures
- Provide coverage for well babies in the Well Baby Nursery, including admissions and daily notes
- Participate in Pediatric Codes and trauma responses in the Emergency Department
Required Skills / Procedures:
- Intubation
- Umbilical artery and vein catheterization
- IV placement
- Lumbar punctures
- Urinary catheterization
This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a high-acuity, collaborative environment while contributing to exceptional neonatal care in a supportive, academic-affiliated setting.
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.
Our affiliate partners include:
- The Heart Center of Greater Waterbury
- Cardiology Associates of Greater Waterbury
- The Harold Leever Cancer Center
- Access Rehabilitation Network
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.