NP Neonatal Perinatal - Neonatology

Penn State Health • Lancaster, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center’s Neonatology team is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide specialty care in a Level II NICU, well-baby nursery, and delivery room. The position is based in an inpatient critical care setting and includes comprehensive care for critically ill and newborn patients. Overnight consultation support from a backup neonatologist is available.

After a structured orientation period, the NNP will be credentialed to practice independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and other healthcare team members. Within the scope of practice, the NNP may order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging studies, and prescribe medications and interventions.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program.
• National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC).
• Current Pennsylvania RN and CRNP licensure, or eligibility for licensure.
• At least two years of RN experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.

Nice To Haves

• Prior NICU RN experience in a Level II, III, or IV unit.
• Prior experience as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive specialty care to critically ill and newborn patients in an inpatient critical care setting.
• Provide care in a Level II NICU, well-baby nursery, and delivery room.
• Practice independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and other healthcare team members after orientation and credentialing.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging studies, within scope of practice.
• Prescribe medications and interventions consistent with scope of practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period.
• Employee wellness programs and fitness discounts, including University Fitness Center and Peloton.
• Generous paid time off and personal time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement benefits.
• Extended Illness Bank.
• Life insurance.
• Identity theft protection.
• Competitive pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Learning and Organizational Development resources.
• Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
• Eligible full-time employees and eligible dependents receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount beginning January 1, 2027.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level