Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Ascension Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage with tail

Job summary

Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, MD seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join a Level III NICU team. This employed position within a nonprofit health system offers clinical autonomy backed by strong professional collaboration and network resources.

The role requires NNP certification, MD APRN prescriptive authority or eligibility, an MD RN license, and BLS within 30 days. Sign-on bonus and CME allowance are provided, with malpractice tail coverage included.

Qualifications

• NNP certification required.
• Maryland RN license required.
• APRN prescriptive authority in Maryland required or obtained before hire date.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Join an established team of physicians in a Level III NICU.
• Provide expert neonatal care in NICU and Well-Baby nurseries.
• Collaborate with Obstetric and Pediatric teams for seamless care transitions.

Skills

NNP certification

Nurse Practitioner

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Baltimore, MD

Facility Name: Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital

Schedule: Full-Time

Base salary: $125,000 â $161,003 per year

Sign-on bonus

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage with tail

How you’ll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join a stable, well-respected team within a Level III NICU, offering a high degree of clinical autonomy supported by a culture of professional collegiality and the robust resources of the Ascension Saint Agnes health network

• Join an established team of 4 physicians
• Practice setting: Level III NICU
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Certification
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
• Provide expert clinical interventions for neonates in the NICU and Well-Baby nurseries, ensuring every infant receives high-level, compassionate direct care.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to provide expert consultations for Obstetric and Pediatric partners, ensuring seamless care transitions for complex neonatal patients.

About the Facility

• 251-bed teaching hospital
• Level III NICU
• Serving a population of approximately 738,000
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Education:

• Master's degree of Nursing required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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