University of Michigan

Advanced Practice Professional (NNP) Brandon Newborn Intensive Care Unit

University of Michigan$138K — $213K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current RN licensure and Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification in Michigan (for NP applicants)
  • Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program (for PA applicants)
  • Minimum one year of clinical experience in Level III/IV NICU or similar settings
  • Current DEA registration and Controlled Substance License in Michigan
  • AHA approved BLS and NRP certifications
  • Proficiency in advanced neonatal procedures and interpreting diagnostic studies

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive care for critically ill neonates under physician supervision
  • Conduct detailed patient assessments and manage diagnostic testing
  • Coordinate and execute neonatal patient transport and stabilization
  • Lead neonatal resuscitation during high-risk deliveries
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care continuity
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient evaluations
  • Provide consultative services to support prenatal and newborn care
  • Participate in educational initiatives for residents and staff

Benefits

  • Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Retirement Savings Plans with generous matching
  • Group Term Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous Time Off Allowances
  • Annual Professional Development Funds
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • Tuition Support Program
  • Wellness Plans and Work/Life Resources
Full Job Description
How to Apply

This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.

NPs are directed to apply to job # 281558 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 281559

A total of nine (9), 1.0 FTE Advanced Practice Professionals (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.

Job Summary

The Brandon NICU is expanding, offering an exciting opportunity to join our growing and dynamic team. As a regional referral center with expertise in Level IV NICU care, we provide the highest level of specialized neonatal services. The Advanced Practice Professional will deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to newborns in this advanced clinical setting.

This role is dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient- and family-centered care, fostering effective communication across multidisciplinary teams, and supporting a collaborative care environment. Additional responsibilities include enhancing educational opportunities for house staff and medical students and contributing to ongoing innovation and excellence in newborn care within the Childrens and Womens Hospital.

Responsibilities*
  • Under physician supervision, provide comprehensive care for acutely ill and convalescing neonates in intensive and acute care settings, including performing advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and minor procedures.
  • Conduct detailed histories and physicals; order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and present clinical findings to the medical team.
  • Coordinate and participate in neonatal transport (ground and air), including stabilizing patients prior to and during transport and leading retrieval teams as assigned.
  • Attend high-risk deliveries and lead neonatal resuscitation efforts.
  • Collaborate with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, ensure continuity, and facilitate transitions between levels of care, including discharge planning.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient status, evaluations, and treatments.
  • Provide consultative services to internal and external providers, including prenatal consultations for high-risk pregnancies and support for newborn care teams.
  • Support education of residents and contribute to quality improvement, innovation, and adoption of new technologies.
  • Participate in palliative care services and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

Nurse Practitioner
  • Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan
  • Current specialty certification to practice as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
  • AHA approved BLS
  • NRP certification
  • Current DEA license
  • Demonstrated a minimum of one year of clinical experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), with the skills and clinical judgment required to effectively manage critically ill neonates in high-acuity settings
  • Proficiency in performing advanced neonatal procedures and interpreting diagnostic studies

Physician Assistant
  • Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
  • Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
  • Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
  • State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
  • Current DEA registration required
  • AHA approved BLS
  • Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a Level III or IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), or completion of an accredited neonatology residency or fellowship program.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
NOTE: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*
  • Demonstrated expertise in facilitating the educational growth of others through previous clinical instructional roles.
  • Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Commitment to providing high-quality, patient- and family-centered care

Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

Full Time Salary range: $138,489 - $213,657 / year

Bonus: An employee in the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner role who participates in air and ground patient transports will be eligible for a quarterly bonus of $1000. Bonuses shall be prorated for part-time employees.

What benefits can you look forward to?
  • Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Plan
  • Generous Time Off Allowances
  • $2200 Annual Professional Development Funds
  • Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
  • Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
  • Tuition Support Progam
  • Wellness Plans
  • Work/Life Resources

Nursing Specific Info

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort.
Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at [redacted].

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

Hours: 40 per week
Shift: Day/Night rotation, this position includes weekend and holidays shifts as required by the service
Location: C.S. Mott Children's Hospital Brandon Newborn Intensive Care Unit and Von Voigtlander Women's Hospital Birthing Center

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Advanced Practice Nurse opportunities please contact Michigan Medicine Nurse Recruitment at [redacted] or e-mail [email protected] . For a current listing of all open APRN job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit www.umnursing.org

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

281557

Working Title

Advanced Practice Professional (NNP) Brandon Newborn Intensive Care Unit

Job Title

NP NEONATOLOGY

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM CW Midlvl Neonatal

Posting Begin/End Date

8/14/2026 - 9/13/2026

Career Interest

Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Advanced Practice Professional
Nursing- Critical Care
Nursing- Pediatrics
Nursing- Women's Birthing Center

About University of Michigan

The University of Michigan is a public research university in Ann Arbor, Michigan. It is the state's oldest university and the flagship campus of the University of Michigan system. The University of Michigan was founded in 1817 in Detroit, as the Catholepistemiad, or University of Michigania, 20 years before the territory became a state. The school moved to Ann Arbor in 1837 onto 40 acres (16 ha) of what is now known as Central Campus. Since its establishment in Ann Arbor, the university campus has expanded to include more than 584 major buildings with a combined area of more than 34 million gross square feet (781 acres or 3.16 km²), and has two satellite campuses located in Flint and Dearborn. The University of Michigan is a founding member of the Association of American Universities.
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