Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (Level III NICU)

Quick Facts

• Role: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (Level III NICU)
• Setting: Level III NICU, inpatient neonatal care
• Practice model: Team-based (not autonomous practice)
• EMR: Epic

Description

Board Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioners are needed for comprehensive inpatient neonatal care in a Level III NICU. You will complete neonatal assessments, daily rounds, ongoing patient management, collaborate with Neonatologists and multidisciplinary teams, and provide family education and counseling. Documentation will be completed in Epic, and new graduates may be considered if they are truly board eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care in a Level III NICU
• Perform neonatal assessments and daily rounds
• Support stabilization and management of high-risk and premature infants
• Collaborate closely with Neonatologists and multidisciplinary care teams
• Educate and counsel families regarding neonatal conditions
• Document care in Epic EMR

Requirements

• Board Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (required by start date)
• Completion of an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) program (required)
• Active Michigan Nurse Practitioner license (required)
• BLS and NRP certifications (required)
• Clean malpractice and license history (required)
• NPDB self-query report within 30 days at presentation (required)
• Willingness to complete a 3–4 month credentialing process
• No visa candidates accepted
• Permanent candidates only (not locums)

Schedule & Coverage

• Flexible schedule including 24-hour, 10-hour, and 8-hour shifts
• Inpatient NICU coverage only
• Credentialing timeframe: approximately 3–4 months

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Full-time and part-time schedule flexibility available
• Permanent position with long-term stability and growth
• Supportive physician-led, collaborative work environment