Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
Location: West Orange, NJ
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Nurse Practitioner
Job Description Apply Now
The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) position offers an exciting opportunity for advanced practice providers with experience in neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) settings. This role is ideal for skilled neonatal nurse practitioners or neonatal physician assistants who are passionate about delivering high-quality care to critically ill newborns, including extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants and those with complex medical and surgical needs. The available assignment is for a minimum of six months, with the possibility of extension. Providers will join a dedicated team in a 56-bed Level III NICU, supporting the transition to an academic rounding model and collaborating with pediatric subspecialists to advance patient outcomes.
As a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP), you will play a vital role in providing expert care for premature and ill infants, including those born as early as 22 weeks gestation. The unit manages approximately 1,200 admissions annually, with a significant portion involving ELBW infants. The team performs pediatric surgeries and manages complex congenital malformations and diseases, ensuring a dynamic and challenging clinical environment. Flexible scheduling is available, including 12, 24, and 48-hour shift options, accommodating both day and night coverage needs. All travel, lodging, and malpractice coverage are provided, and highly competitive 1099 compensation is offered to support your commitment and expertise.
Providers in this Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) role will deliver comprehensive care, assist in academic rounding, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. The position is suited to professionals eager to contribute to innovative care models and share their clinical skills in a supportive and resource-rich setting. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practice, family-centered care, and continuous professional development. If you are ready to make a significant impact in neonatal healthcare and support families during critical times, we encourage you to apply now by clicking the job application button.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) - Summary- Advanced practice provider role in a high-acuity Level III NICU
- Minimum 6-month assignment with strong potential for extension
- Flexible scheduling with options for day and night shifts
- Opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of pediatric subspecialists
- Emphasis on academic rounding and evidence-based neonatal care
- Deliver direct patient care to neonates, including ELBW infants and those with complex congenital conditions
- Provide advanced clinical assessments, develop treatment plans, and perform necessary procedures
- Participate in academic rounding and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and pediatric subspecialists
- Support and educate families, ensuring understanding and engagement in the care plan
- Assist in the transition to an academic rounding model within the NICU
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice development
- Document all patient interactions and care activities accurately and timely
- Maintain compliance with organizational policies and industry regulations
- Highly competitive 1099 compensation structure
- Paid travel and lodging for the duration of the assignment
- Malpractice coverage included
- Flexible shift options to accommodate provider preferences
- Potential for contract extension based on performance and unit needs
- Current licensure as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Neonatal Physician Assistant (PA)
- Demonstrated experience in a Level III or higher NICU setting
- Expertise in the care of premature and critically ill neonates, including ELBW infants
- Ability to manage complex congenital malformations and participate in pediatric surgeries
- Strong collaboration, communication, and clinical documentation skills
- Commitment to evidence-based and family-centered care practices
- Experienced in high-acuity neonatal care and comfortable with a 56-bed Level III NICU environment
- Flexible with shift scheduling, able to work 12, 24, or 48-hour shifts as needed
- Adaptable and eager to contribute to academic rounding and continuous care model improvements
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities
- Strong clinical judgment and patient advocacy skills
- Gestational age cutoff for patient eligibility is 22 weeks, 5 days, for vigorous infants
- The assignment is located in a region recognized for its robust healthcare infrastructure, offering a collaborative and supportive environment for providers
- Team culture emphasizes mutual respect, continuous learning, and comprehensive patient care
- Immediate start dates available for qualified applicants
Join our team as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) and make a meaningful impact in neonatal care. Click the job application button to take the next step in your advanced practice career.