Neonatal NP - Per Diem - Pediatrics

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of South Florida, in collaboration with Tampa General Hospital, seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide expert NICU care for critically ill neonates in a level IV unit. The APRN will cover day and night shifts as assigned and participate in multidisciplinary rounds.

Requirements include a Master’s (or Doctoral) degree in nursing or medicine, Florida ARNP licensure or PA certification, and current BLS; NICU experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing or medicine (required).
• Florida ARNP licensure or PA certification (required).
• BLS/CPR certification current (required).

Responsibilities

• Ongoing evaluation and management of neonates in the NICU, including rounds and family coordination.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and stabilize critically ill neonates under supervision.
• Document all orders and progress in the medical record.
• Perform NICU procedures such as endotracheal intubation, line placements, CSF sampling, and arterial access.
• Teach and supervise pediatric residents and medical students.
• Participate in Quality Assurance / Improvement and other duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Description

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

Job Description

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. Learn more at www.usf.edu . The APRN will act following Florida Statutes for the Nurse Practitioners Act. The care and management of critically ill infants requiring hospitalization in a level IV neonatal intensive care unit. This NICU Nurse Practitioner will cover night and/or day shifts as assigned including weekend coverage. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is based at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) in Tampa, FL. TGH is a 1,018-bed teaching hospital affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. It is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in west central Florida, serving a dozen counties with a population of over 4 million. In addition to being a level one trauma center, it has a level 3 NICU. The 82-bed Jennifer Leigh Muma NICU is a designated Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Center designated by the State of Florida to deliver the highest level of medical care to premature and sick infants, and to women with high-risk pregnancies. USF/TGH Neonatology also participates in the Florida Perinatal Quality Collaborative, a statewide initiative to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in Florida.

Responsibilities

• Clinical - Ongoing evaluation and management of neonates and infants requiring care in the neonatal intensive care unit, participation in multidisciplinary rounds, and coordination of care with ancillary staff and family.
• Attendance at high-risk deliveries and immediate stabilization of critically ill neonates under the supervision of the attending Neonatologist.
• Documentation of all orders, procedures, and progress notes on the patient's medical record.
• Perform procedures necessary for the care of neonates and infants in the intensive care unit including endotracheal intubation, umbilical line placement, PICC line placement, lumbar punctures, and peripheral arterial lines.
• Teaching - Supervision of pediatric residents and participation in the teaching of pediatric residents and medical students.
• Other - Participation in Quality Assurance / Improvement. Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities. Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department.

Qualifications

• Master's or Medical degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor
• Master's Degree in Nursing: ARNP training; Florida License. BLS/AED certification is required and must be maintained. Any equivalent combination of experience and education.
• This position requires graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64, or graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 458 and 459 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.