Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NICU)

Asante

$100K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of recent NICU experience as an RN or NNP required; new graduates with strong Level III practicum considered.
  • Preferred prior experience in a Level III/IV NICU as NNP.
  • Competence with neonatal procedures preferred.
  • Experience with neonatal transport and telehealth consults preferred.
  • Familiarity with performance improvement and LEAN methods preferred.
  • Master's or Doctorate in Nursing with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner focus required.
  • Current APRN licensure as an NNP in Oregon required.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to neonates in a Level III NICU.
  • Collaborate with neonatologists and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Perform assessment, diagnosis, procedures, and ongoing management of neonates.
  • Ensure safe transitions of care and provide family-centered support.
  • Provide overnight coverage with physician backup on-call.
  • Respond to emergencies and lead resuscitations.
  • Coordinate consultations to optimize patient care.

Benefits

  • Market-based compensation for hourly and salaried positions.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage available within 30 days of hire.
  • Employer-sponsored retirement plan with contributions and matching.
  • Generous paid time off for part-time and above employees.
  • Tuition reimbursement and repayment program for professional development.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage included.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) functions as an advanced practice provider delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to neonates in a Level III NICU. In collaboration with neonatologists and the multidisciplinary team, the NNP performs assessment, diagnosis, procedures, and ongoing management of neonates across acuity levels, ensuring safe transitions of care and family-centered support. The NNP plays a key role in overnight coverage with physician backup on-call, including responding to emergencies, leading resuscitations, and coordinating consultations.

Position Qualifications

Experience

  • Minimum 1 year of recent NICU experience as an RN or NNP is required however, new graduate NNPs with strong Level III practicum will be considered based on department readiness.
  • Prior experience in Level III/IV NICU as NNP is preferred
  • Competence with neonatal procedures is preferred
  • Experience with neonatal transport (intra- or inter-facility), telehealth consults, familiarity with performance improvement, LEAN methods, or clinical pathway development is preferred


Education

  • Master's or Doctorate in Nursing with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner focus from an accredited program is required

Certification/Licensure

  • Current APRN licensure (or eligibility) as an NNP in the State of Oregon is required
  • National certification as Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (e.g., NCC) is required
  • BLS: Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon start
  • NRP certification is required
  • PALS certification is required
  • S.T.A.B.L.E. certification is preferred
  • Must obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges
  • Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs
  • Provider shall meet all qualifications to participate in hospital's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.


Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your well-being and professional growth, including:

  • Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
  • Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
  • Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
  • Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
  • Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
  • Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.


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