APP Neonatal ICU/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Annual incentive bonus eligible

Annual CEU allotment

Premium pay for overtime

200% retirement match

Job summary

The Advanced Practice Provider Neonatal ICU at University of Kentucky Healthcare functions within the NICU and across the KCH service line as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team. The APP manages day-to-day patient care for acutely and chronically ill neonates, from ICU to discharge, and may participate in admissions and deliveries, with ongoing professional development and education.

Working in a state-of-the-art 90-bed Level IV NICU, the APP collaborates with neonatology and our

Qualifications

• APRN with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification or PA-C.
• BLS, PALS and NRP within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Function within NICU and across KCH service line as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Inpatient ICU care for acutely and chronically ill neonates; manage day-to-day patient care from ICU to discharge.
• Assist with admissions, including deliveries; participate in case conferences and interdisciplinary rounds.

Skills

Neonatal care

APRN with NNP

PA-C

BLS

PALS

NRP within 90 days

Education

MSN for Nurse Practitioners

BS for Physician Assistants

Job description

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Required License/Registration/Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse ( APRN ) with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner ( NNP ) certification or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C). Basic Life Support ( BLS ), Pediatric Advance Life Support ( PALS ), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program ( NRP ) within 90 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

Moving around the office for extended periods of time.

Shift

rotating

Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider Neonatal ICU functions within the NICU and throughout the KCH service line and is an integral member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
The APP functions primarily in the inpatient ICU setting managing the care of acute and chronically ill neonates. The APP is generally on a service-aligned team and manages the day-to-day patient care from ICU to step down to discharge. In some instances, the APP may have responsibilities for this same patient population as they return for follow-up in the outpatient setting. The APP may also play a role in the admission process including deliveries.
The APP has a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and education and has a responsibility to ensure an environment of safe quality care. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation.
Who is UK Healthcare? We are a healthcare system that puts our people first:
1. We treat you as the individual you are, and that’s what makes us who we are.
2. We work in a team environment, where there is a sense of community pride within the team.
3. We are proud of our people who make an impact on our community
Our Neonatal Advanced Practice Providers work in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team. The neonatal APP functions as a member of the NICU medical management team, under the supervision of Neonatology attending physicians. The APP should demonstrate professional practice behaviors; function as a team player; actively participate in case conferences, educational lectures, staff, and committee meetings; maintain continuing medical education; and keep appropriate licensure and certification current.
Key Functions:
High-risk deliveries and perform resuscitation
Neonatal procedures
Round with a multi-disciplinary team
Develop daily plan of care, prescribe diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions
Manage pre/post-operative care
Collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
Communicate with patient/family/staff to promote continuity of care
Assist with education of residents/students
Highlights:
State-of-the-art 90-bed Level IV NICU , regional referral center
Fast-paced high acuity setting, including surgical service
Delivery service of 2500 babies per year
Approximately 40 percent of deliveries are high-risk
24/7 neonatologist coverage
No transport responsibility
Flexible self-scheduling (12 and 24 hour shifts)
Will hire experienced NNPs, experienced PAs, and new NNP graduates
NICU tour link: https://youtu.be/HlDNT2wX0-k
Compensation:
Night shift differential
Annual incentive bonus eligible
Annual salary market adjustment eligible
Annual CEU allotment
Premium pay opportunity for overtime
200% retirement match
Link: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/our-benefits

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

N/A

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/12/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months?(In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.)
  • Yes
  • No
• * For Nurse Practitioner applicants, do you have a certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or are eligible to obtain this certification by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I am applying as a Physician Assistant
• * Please describe your work experience as it relates to the major job responsibilities of the position. Please focus on any experience as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or PA in a NICU setting.

  (Open Ended Question)