Nurse Practitioner NICU - Neonatology
About The Position
The Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center Neonatology team is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our collaborative team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to practice in a Level II NICU with additional responsibilities in the well-baby nursery and delivery room. The NNP will manage and coordinate overnight care for NICU patients, working both independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and members of the multidisciplinary care team to provide high-quality care to critically ill and newborn patients. An in-house Respiratory Therapist is available for all deliveries, and a backup Neonatologist is available overnight for consultation. The unit averages 1,000-1,500 deliveries per year. Following a structured orientation period, the NNP will be credentialed to practice independently within the scope of Neonatology.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Nursing
- Currently licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by the State of employment
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications
- Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Nice To Haves
- NICU critical care experience
- Two (2) years of experience within Nurse Practitioner licensure
- Neonatology Nurse Practitioner degree
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate overnight care for NICU patients
- Work independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and members of the multidisciplinary care team
- Provide high-quality care to critically ill and newborn patients
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision with no waiting period
- Total Rewards Program
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
- Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement
- Extended Illness Bank
- Life Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Competitive Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PAWS UP employee recognition program
- HR Solution Center
- Learning and Organizational Development
- Virtual Benefits Orientation
- Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
