Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Quick Facts

• Level III NICU (41-bed) with ~600 admissions annually
• $30,000 sign-on bonus
• Salary: $175,000–$205,000
• Shifts: 12-hour or 24-hour options; dedicated downtime during 24-hour shifts
• Shared coverage with in-house neonatologists
• New graduates encouraged

Description

Provide advanced neonatal care in a high-performing Level III NICU, including attending high-risk deliveries and performing procedures such as PICC line placement as part of an NNP/RN/MD team.

Participate in rounds, care planning, interdisciplinary communication, and quality improvement initiatives while delivering family-centered education and support.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced neonatal care for a 41-bed Level III NICU (~600 admissions annually)
• Attend high-risk deliveries, shared between neonatologists and NNPs
• Perform neonatal procedures including PICC line placement
• Deliver evidence-based care in a collaborative environment
• Participate in care planning, daily rounds, and interdisciplinary communication
• Support quality improvement and continuous learning
• Work closely with nursing staff and in-house neonatologists
• Provide family-centered care, education, and support

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related area (or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience)
• Preferred: 1–2 years of experience; new grads encouraged
• National Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification (or eligibility to become certified)
• Credentialing through the Professional Staffing Office prior to appointment
• Maintain a current Arizona RN and Nurse Practitioner license with prescriptive authority
• Obtain and maintain a current DEA license for prescribing controlled substances
• Additional certifications may be required based on privilege delineation

Benefits

• $30,000 sign-on bonus
• Competitive salary: $175,000–$205,000