Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Ascension St Vincent; Lubbock, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance

License/DEA reimbursement

Paid time off

Health, Vision, and Dental plans

Retirement plans through Fidelity

Malpractice coverage

Job summary

Covenant Children's, part of Covenant Medical Group, is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join a dedicated neonatal care team in a Level IV NICU. The role involves delivering comprehensive care to fragile newborns, developing care plans, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to optimize outcomes.

The team includes 4 neonatologists and 6+ NNPs; the facility opened a new small baby NICU in 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing with specialization in Neonatal Care.
• Certification as Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP).
• Current license as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice.
• Minimum of two years of experience in neonatal care.
• Strong communication and family support.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and evaluations of premature and critically ill newborns.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
• Manage neonatal medications, treatments, and procedures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure best patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing education and support.
• Stay current with developments in neonatal care and research.

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing with specialization in Neonatal Care

Certification as Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Current license as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice

Minimum of two years of experience in neonatal care

Tools

Advanced neonatal medical technologies

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our neonatal care team. As an NNP, you will have the opportunity to work with fragile newborns and their families, providing comprehensive care and support. You will be joining team of 4 Neonatologists and 6+ Neonatal Nurse Practitioners with Covenant Medical Group at Covenant Children's. Covenant Children's is Level IV NICU with new small baby NICU just opening in 2026. Covenant Children's over 270 beds, is home to the Women’s Center at Covenant Children's where over 3000 babies are delivered annually.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and evaluations of premature and critically ill newborns
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient
• Manage neonatal medications, treatments, and procedures
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the best possible patient outcomes
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing education and support
• Stay current with the latest developments in neonatal care and research

Employer Description

Headquartered in the major medical hub between Dallas and Albuquerque, Covenant Health System encompasses six hospitals in West Texas and New Mexico, with two major campuses in Lubbock, and partners with 12 regional hospitals and multiple family healthcare centers. Covenant Heath, a member of the Providence family, one of the largest non-profit health care systems in the United States, consistently ranks among the top health systems in the country, and the Joe Arrington Cancer Center is one of only 40 cancer centers nationwide to receive the prestigious Outstanding Achievement Award from Commission on Cancer.

Covenant Medical Group is made up of more than 200 physician members and an additional 100 advanced practitioners within the Covenant Health System.

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best‑in‑class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Benefits include:

• Annual CME allowance and days
• Additional reimbursement for license, DEA, and dues
• Paid time off
• Access to Health, Vision, and Dental plans
• Retirement plans administered through Fidelity
• Employer paid malpractice coverage

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Qualifications & Skills

• Master’s degree in Nursing with specialization in Neonatal Care.
• Certification as Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP).
• Prior experience in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
• Strong skills in communication and family support.
• Experience with advanced medical technologies used in neonatal care.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current license as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice
• Minimum of two years of experience in neonatal care
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment