Neonatal NP: Lead Advanced Care & Outcomes

Western Sydney Local Health District; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 158,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District’s Blacktown Hospital is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to lead advanced neonatal care in a high acuity setting. You will work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team, guiding clinical decisions and promoting evidence-based practice to achieve optimal outcomes for newborns and families.

In this permanent full-time role, you will manage complex neonatal cases, contribute to professional development, and drive improvements in care

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA and eligible for Nurse Practitioner endorsement.
• Advanced neonatal nursing knowledge and clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to lead care planning and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and care planning.
• Prescribe and implement therapeutic interventions within scope.
• Lead and coordinate care as a primary provider or within a team.
• Support and educate staff, patients and families.
• Drive quality improvement through evidence-based practice.

Skills

Neonatal care

Clinical leadership

Autonomous practice

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

Nurse Practitioner registration (AHPRA)

Bachelor of Nursing with NP pathway

Advanced neonatal care qualification

Job description

Western Sydney Local Health District’s Blacktown Hospital is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to lead advanced neonatal care in a high acuity setting. You will work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team, guiding clinical decisions and promoting evidence-based practice to achieve optimal outcomes for newborns and families.

In this permanent full-time role, you will manage complex neonatal cases, contribute to professional development, and drive improvements in care