Q: Do you work on a retained or contingency basis?
A: We understand that each hiring situation is unique, and therefore, offer contingency, exclusive, and retained search packages
Q: Do you provide locum tenens or temporary NNP staffing?
A: Absolutely. ENSEARCH was the first firm in the country to offer NNP locum tenens placement, and we remain the industry leader in it. Whether you call it locum tenens, temporary staffing, contract coverage, or a temp agency arrangement, it’s the same service and we provide it. Call us at 888.NNP.JOBS to list an opening.
Q: Is ENSEARCH a staffing agency?
A: Yes ENSEARCH is both a staffing agency and a recruiting firm dedicated exclusively to Neonatal Nurse Practitioner placement since 1994.
We fill NNP vacancies on a permanent basis through retained, exclusive, and contingency search. And when you need urgent NICU coverage, we provide locum tenens and temporary NNPs to keep your NICU fully staffed. Because we offer both services, clients who use us for their recruiting and their locum tenens staffing receive discounted rates.
Q: What is the difference between using a recruiter and using a staffing agency?
A: If you’re hiring for your NICU, the difference you’ll notice most is how long you need someone and who manages the employment relationship.
As your recruiter, ENSEARCH helps you find and hire the right neonatal nurse practitioner for a permanent position. That NNP becomes your employee, on your payroll, as part of your permanent team.
As your staffing agency, ENSEARCH provides NNPs to meet a temporary coverage gap like a maternity leave, a sudden vacancy, a stretch of short staffing. Here, ENSEARCH employs the provider and handles payroll, benefits, taxes, and the other employment administration, so you get coverage without taking on the paperwork.
The good news is you don’t have to decide which service you need before you call ENSEARCH. Our team has handled both types of placements since 1994. Just tell us what your unit is facing, and we’ll help you figure out which arrangement fits.
Q: Do you do more than just submit resumes?
A: We understand our role is to do more than simply locate candidates and present their resumes to you. We remain your trusted partner throughout the entire recruitment process; from resume submittal, to offer and acceptance, until your new employee shows up to work for you.
Q: How do you find your NNP candidates?
A: At ENSEARCH, we utilize a mix of both active and passive recruitment approaches to help locate the ideal candidates for your opening. In addition to making active recruiting calls, we regularly network via the key major neonatal conferences and NNP schools of nursing, as well as digital marketing efforts.
Q: What are your fees?
A: All fees are paid by the employer, never the candidate. For permanent placements, our fee is typically a percentage of the selected candidate’s estimated first-year compensation. Because every hiring situation is different, we’d encourage you to contact us so we can discuss what fits your specific needs.
For locum tenens coverage, we charge a flat hourly rate that includes everything: administration, payroll, taxes, travel assistance, and malpractice coverage. We also offer discounted rates for clients who use both our recruiting and locum tenens staffing services.
Q: Does ENSEARCH maintain the confidentiality of my facility’s information?
A: All information shared with us remains confidential. Any proprietary information shared with us will always be held in the strictest of confidence.
Q: What is the NNP salary range for my geographic area?
A: We provide the most up-to-date salary data in the industry and would be happy to share that information with you during a NICU Staffing Analysis with one of our specialists.
