Advanced Practice Provider Neonatology

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

4d • $94,182 - $109,879 • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Neonatology at Albany Medical Center is seeking a part-time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its collaborative Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team at a Regional Perinatal Center. The role provides specialized, high-acuity care to premature and critically ill newborns as part of a multidisciplinary team. The primary worksite is the Downtown Campus at 43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208. The NICU has an average daily census of 46, with patient assignments of 4–10 depending on acuity. The position participates in the APP-RT Neonatal Transport team and NICU Response team for high-risk and preterm births, including air and ground transport.

The role involves rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays. Albany Medical Center offers a salary range of $94,182.20–$109,879, with an additional incentive bonus opportunity based on years of licensure. Benefits include an annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time, occurrence-based malpractice coverage, employee wellness programs, and mental health support.

Requirements

• Active New York State license and registration as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Board certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Familiarity working in electronic medical records.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments to support cohesive, patient-centered care and a positive work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Epic experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical care to premature and critically ill newborns.
• Perform comprehensive physical assessments.
• Diagnose and manage neonatal conditions, including acute, chronic, and complex medical issues.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and care plans based on clinical findings.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs, imaging, and monitoring data.
• Administer and manage medications, therapies, and life-support interventions.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Manage discharge planning and follow-up care for high-risk infants.
• Educate and support families and caregivers, including explaining diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and adherence to regulatory and quality standards.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and education activities within the NICU.
• Participate in high-risk births, including neonatal resuscitation and stabilization.
• Conduct or assist with neonatal procedures, including intubation, umbilical catheter placement, thoracentesis, chest tube placement, surfactant administration, PICC lines, lumbar puncture, and circumcision.
• Serve as a member of the Neonatal Transport Team, providing air and ground transport.
• Maintain HIPAA and patient confidentiality and protect sensitive information in accordance with applicable laws and Albany Med Health System policies and standards.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $94,182.20–$109,879, with an additional incentive bonus opportunity based on years of licensure.
• Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time.
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Mental health support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time