Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Rockford, IL $145,000 - $165,000

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and IllinoisRockford, IL
$145,000 - $165,000Onsite

About The Position

Mercyhealth has an exciting Neonatal Nurse Practitioner opportunity to join our excellent NICU team in Rockford, Illinois. This position allows you to provide advanced, evidence-based care for critically ill and premature newborns in a high-acuity environment while working alongside experienced neonatologists, pediatric subspecialists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited Neonatal NP program
  • National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
  • Hold an active state APRN license
  • Hold an active state DEA license, or eligible
  • Hold an active BLS and NRP certifications, or eligible

Nice To Haves

  • Preferred experience as a bedside registered nurse in a level III NICU
  • Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced, evidence-based care for critically ill and premature newborns in a high-acuity environment.
  • Work alongside experienced neonatologists, pediatric subspecialists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • FSA/HSA Options
  • Generous, accruing paid time off
  • Paid Parental and caregiver leave
  • Career advancement and educational opportunities
  • Tuition and certification reimbursement
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Well-being Programs
  • Employee Discounts
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Financial Education
  • Annual recognition/awards events
  • Partner appreciation days
  • Family entertainment/attractions discount
  • Community service/improvement opportunities
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