Neonatology Nurse Practitioner
CoxHealth•Springfield, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
The NNP provides advanced clinical care to premature, critically ill and medically complex newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and affiliated newborn care settings. The NNP works collaboratively with neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary team members to deliver evidence-based neonatal care.
Requirements
- Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program
- Current Missouri APRN license or eligibility for licensure
- National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
- Current BLS and NRP certifications
- Strong clinical judgement, communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to patient-centered and family-focused care
- Ability to manage high-acuity neonatal patients in coordination with the 24/7 in house neonatologist
Nice To Haves
- NICU experience preferred
- Experience in Level III or IV NICU settings
- Delivery room experience
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of neonatal patients in the NICU setting
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to critically ill and premature infants
- Perform advanced neonatal procedures including intubation, line placement, lumbar puncture, and neonatal resuscitation
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Communicate effectively with families regarding patient status, treatment plans, and education
- Participate in delivery attendance for high-risk births
- Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation via EPIC EMR
- Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based neonatal practices
Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Retirement with Employer Match
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Career Level
Senior
