Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
Location: Syracuse, NY
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
Palm Health Resources is seeking a dedicated and experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to provide exceptional care in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This opportunity offers an engaging and supportive environment for NNP professionals who are passionate about providing critical care to neonates and supporting their families. The position is designed for practitioners who are comfortable managing patients independently and have a strong background in neonatal intensive care. The role requires weekend coverage, including 12 or 24-hour shifts, ensuring continuity of care for some of the most vulnerable patients.
The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) will join a collaborative team consisting of three neonatologists and a group of experienced pediatric mid-level providers. The NICU is a 16-bed unit, offering advanced care in a regional setting and an average daily census of 8-9 patients. The NNP will play a pivotal role in supervising registered nurses (RNs) and ancillary staff within the NICU, fostering a team-based approach to patient care. The presence of a neonatologist during the day and their availability on call 24/7 provides strong clinical support, while the NNP leads care delivery on shift.
This Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) role requires proficiency in a wide array of neonatal procedures, including ventilation management (both invasive and non-invasive), chest tube insertion, exchange transfusions, central and arterial line placement, and management of acute hemodynamic issues. The NNP will be responsible for attending C-sections and covering the Level I well-baby nursery during night shifts, ensuring comprehensive neonatal care across a variety of clinical scenarios. There is no requirement to transfer neonates, as a regional Level IV NICU center manages all transport protocols.
The documentation of patient care is managed through the EPIC electronic medical record system, streamlining workflow and ensuring accurate, up-to-date patient information. The ideal candidate for this Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) position will have Board Certification in Neonatology or be an experienced NICU Physician Assistant (PA), and must possess an active state license. The ability to work independently, make sound clinical decisions, and effectively supervise nursing and ancillary staff are essential attributes for success in this role.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) who is seeking a challenging and fulfilling role in a Level III NICU, with strong peer and leadership support, and a commitment to high-quality, family-centered care. If you meet the qualifications and are looking to advance your career in a dynamic NICU setting, we encourage you to apply by clicking the job application button.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) - Summary- Role focused on independent management of neonates in a Level III NICU
- Weekend coverage, 12 or 24-hour shifts
- Collaborative team environment with neonatologists and pediatric mid-level providers
- Supervision of RNs and ancillary staff
- Comprehensive procedural responsibilities
- Manage and provide primary care to neonates in a 16-bed Level III NICU
- Supervise nursing and ancillary staff during assigned shifts
- Attend C-section deliveries and provide care in the Level I well-baby nursery as needed
- Perform and manage advanced neonatal procedures:
- Ventilation management (ETT, BiPAP, CPAP)
- Chest tube insertion
- Exchange transfusions
- UAC/UVC placement, lumbar punctures
- Evaluation and management of acute volume/blood pressure issues
- Insertion of central and arterial lines
- Diagnostic and therapeutic taps
- Document all patient interactions and care plans in EPIC EMR
- Collaborate with neonatologists for complex cases and during day shifts
- Follow established protocols for patient referrals and transfers (no transport responsibility)
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive malpractice insurance
- Travel and housing support (where applicable)
- Support for rental car or mileage reimbursement
- Other travel-related benefits
- Board Certified in Neonatology or experienced NICU PA
- Active state license required
- Proven experience in Level III NICU setting
- Ability to manage patients independently and supervise NICU staff
- Comfortable with full scope of neonatal procedures listed above
- Familiarity with EPIC EMR preferred
- Experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or NICU Physician Assistant (PA)
- Demonstrates strong clinical decision-making skills
- Effective team leader and collaborator
- Handles high-acuity and emergent neonatal care situations with confidence
- Passionate about advancing neonatal outcomes and supporting families
- Facility operates a 16-bed Level III NICU, caring primarily for neonates and well-baby cases during night shifts
- Collaborative, supportive team environment with neonatologists and mid-level providers
- No neonate transport requirements; regional Level IV NICU center handles all transports
- Modern documentation with EPIC EMR
- Opportunity to make a significant impact in a specialized NICU environment
- Encouragement to apply promptly for consideration by clicking the job application button