Director of Neonatal Practitioners

TEEMA Group; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Group seeks an experienced Director of Neonatal Practitioners to lead a team of APRNs and PAs in delivering high-quality, family-centered neonatal care. This senior role combines strategic oversight, operations, and professional development to ensure excellence across neonatal services.

The ideal candidate holds an MSN; DNP or PhD preferred, Ohio RN/APRN licensure, and 5–7 years of leadership in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) required.
• DNP or PhD strongly preferred.
• Active RN and APRN licensure in Ohio.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare.
• Clinical background in advanced practice nursing; pediatric/neonatal experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead with integrity, foster team engagement and drive quality outcomes.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership to APRNs and PAs within the neonatal division, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, credentialing, performance evaluation, and career development.
• Partner with medical directors and division chiefs to align clinical operations with goals, quality benchmarks, and patient priorities.
• Champion quality improvement and evidence-based practice to enhance outcomes and support Magnet designation.
• Develop, manage, and monitor operational and capital budgets for resource optimization and growth.
• Represent advanced practice leadership in organizational committees and drive policy development and collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSN

DNP or PhD

Job description

Seeking an experienced and inspiring Director of Neonatal Practitioners to lead a dynamic team of Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) in delivering exceptional neonatal care. This high-impact leadership role combines strategic oversight, operational management, and professional development responsibilities to ensure high-quality, family-centered, and evidence-based care across neonatal services. The ideal candidate will foster a collaborative, innovative, and patient-focused culture, empowering providers to excel and grow within a nationally recognized healthcare environment.

What You Will Be Doing

Leadership & Oversight: Provide visionary leadership to a team of APRNs and PAs within the neonatal division, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, credentialing, performance evaluation, and career development.

Strategic Collaboration: Partner closely with medical directors and division chiefs to align clinical operations with strategic goals, quality benchmarks, and patient care priorities.

Quality & Innovation: Champion initiatives in quality improvement, research, and evidence-based practice to enhance clinical outcomes and support Magnet designation and national standards.

Operational Excellence: Develop, manage, and monitor both operational and capital budgets to ensure resource optimization and sustainable growth.

Governance & Representation: Serve as a key voice for advanced practice leadership in organizational committees, contributing to policy development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the advancement of patient care services.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) is required; Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD is strongly preferred.

Active and unencumbered RN and APRN licensure in the state of Ohio.

Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in a healthcare setting.

Clinical background in advanced practice nursing, with pediatric and/or neonatal experience strongly preferred.

Proven ability to lead with integrity, foster team engagement, and drive quality outcomes.

Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and strategic thinking skills.

Desired Qualifications

Experience leading in Magnet-recognized institutions or academic medical centers.

Track record of successful implementation of quality improvement or clinical research initiatives.

Expertise in fostering shared governance models and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Work Type: On-site