Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Mileage lodging reimbursement

CME stipend

Job summary

Driscoll Children’s Hospital in South Texas is actively recruiting Neonatal Nurse Practitioners to provide specialized newborn care across Corpus Christi, Edinburg and Laredo. NNPs will be based at one location and may credential to cover shifts at other sites; travel to assigned towns for shifts is expected but not required to relocate.

The role offers a generous sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, mileage and lodging reimbursement, and CME benefits.

Qualifications

• Masters degree preferred for advanced practice
• Current Texas RN/APRN licensure and NNP certification required
• NRP certification and BLS/CPR certification are required

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate care for neonatal patients
• Obtain maternal and infant health histories and perform physical assessments
• Prescribe and manage medications, fluids, respiratory support, and other therapies
• Collaborate with neonatologists, nurses, and families to ensure continuity of care

Skills

Neonatal care

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Prescribing medications

Education

Master's degree preferred

Texas RN / APRN licensure

NNP certification

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Join Driscoll Children’s Hospital as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner and provide specialized care to newborns and their families across South Texas. We are currently recruiting NNPs for opportunities in Corpus Christi, Edinburg, and Laredo, Texas.

Choose a primary location that works best for you.

NNPs will be based at one of our three locations and may also have the opportunity to become credentialed to cover shifts at our other locations.

You don’t have to live in Corpus Christi, Edinburg, or Laredo to join our team!

NNPs who live outside their assigned location may travel into town for their scheduled shifts.

• Travel for scheduled shifts: Mileage and lodging reimbursement provided
• Interested in relocating? Relocation assistance is offered
• Sign-on bonus: A generous sign-on bonus is offered for this role

Schedule: 24-hour shifts, typically beginning at 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM. Start times may be adjusted to accommodate NNPs traveling into town for their scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities:

As a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, you will work closely with our neonatologists, nurses, specialists, and families to provide comprehensive care to neonatal patients.

• Manage and coordinate care for neonatal patients
• Obtain maternal and infant health histories and perform physical assessments
• Order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory studies
• Diagnose and treat neonatal conditions
• Develop and manage individualized plans of care
• Prescribe and manage medications, fluids, respiratory support, nutrition, and other therapies
• Coordinate specialty consultations and referrals as appropriate
• Educate and support parents and families regarding their infant's condition and plan of care
• Collaborate with neonatologists, bedside nurses, case managers, specialists, families, and community resources to ensure continuity of care

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree preferred
• Current Texas RN / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure
• National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) following completion of formal education accepted by the Texas Board of Nursing
• Licensed to practice as NNP or Student NNP in the State of Texas.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification
• Strong knowledge and experience in neonatal care

Benefits:

For a detailed overview of our benefits, please visit: Driscoll Children's Hospital Employee Benefits. In addition to Driscoll's standard employee benefits and PTO, full-time NNPs receive:

• $2,000 per fiscal year for professional licenses, dues, books, and periodicals
• $1,750 per fiscal year for Continuing Medical Education (CME) expenses
• 32 hours of CME time in addition to standard PTO

About the Driscoll Health System:

The Driscoll Health System is a regional leader in pediatric care, anchored by two free-standing children’s hospitals and a broad network of specialty clinics serving families across South Texas. Together, our hospitals provide more than 360 pediatric beds and offer over 30 medical and surgical specialties to children in Corpus Christi, the Rio Grande Valley, Victoria, and Laredo. Our service area covers more than 33,000 square miles, much of which is medically underserved, giving our teams the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children throughout the region.

Across the system, we care for high-acuity and high-complexity patients, including one of the nation’s largest NICU populations. Our facilities feature modern critical care units, advanced surgical services, and expanding inpatient and outpatient programs. Recent investments include a multi-floor pavilion with dedicated CICU and PICU beds, a new day surgery unit, and upgrades that support continued growth in specialty care.

Since 1953, Driscoll’s mission has been rooted in the vision and generosity of Clara Driscoll. Her enduring endowment continues to support our commitment to compassionate, high-quality pediatric care and fuels our ability to grow, innovate, and serve the children of South Texas.