Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

CommonSpirit Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 224,361,000 - 261,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health’s Neonatal Nurse Practitioner role in Omaha covers multiple campuses within the Women’s Health Division, focusing on high-risk infants and their families. The NNP works through a collaborative interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive neonatal care.

Experience is welcomed but not required as the role emphasizes compassionate, expert care. It is a full-time (.9 FTE) position with 12- and 24-hour shifts across Level II and III NICUs, initially based on Creighton

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in Neonatal Nurse Practitioner from accredited program.
• Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) required.
• Active or Eligible to obtain an unrestricted licence in Nebraska.
• BLS, PALS and NRP.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care in a Neonatal ICU inpatient setting.
• Take medical histories and perform complete physical examinations.
• Order and monitor labs, radiology tests, and other evaluations.
• Perform routine and credentialed procedures; may prescribe medications.
• Participate in medical rounds and collaborate with physicians, nurses and staff.
• Educate families about disease, treatments, side effects and follow-up.
• Refer patients to specialists as appropriate.

Education

Master's or Doctorate Degree in Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Active Nebraska RN license / unrestricted license in Nebraska

BLS

PALS

NRP

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As our *Neonatal Nurse Practitioner* you will join a dynamic Women's Health Division to cover multiple campuses in Omaha, Nebraska. This opportunity is suited for a provider who is excited to provide comprehensive care to high risk infants and their family members. Experience is preferred, but not required.

Everyday as our Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) you will be responsible for providing direct clinical care in a Neonatal ICU inpatient setting and conducts medical histories, performs complete physical examinations, initiate appropriate lab, radiology tests and other special tests required for evaluation. Performs routine and specialized procedures as credentialed. May prescribe and monitor medications. Participates in medical team rounds and collaborates with physicians, nursing and other medical personnel. Educates patient families and answers questions regarding their disease, treatments, related drug and treatment side effects and hazards. Refers patients to specialists as appropriate. Our Advanced Practice Providers are a collaborative member of an interdisciplinary care team with advanced communication skills.

To be successful in this role a NNP will demonstrate exceptional clinical acumen and compassion, providing expert care to vulnerable infants and their families. Their ability to excel as a team player, seamlessly collaborating with physicians, nurses, and families will further enhance their effectiveness and contribute significantly to positive patient experiences.

• Full Time (.9 FTE)
• Shifts are 12 and 24 hours
• Level II & III Neonatal Intensive Care Units
• Experienced and Collegial Group of Neonatologists, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses and Support Staff
• It’s anticipated that your first year of practice will be on campus of Creighton University Bergan Mercy Medical Center (level III NICU). Once fully oriented, you may also provide care at CHI Lakeside Hospital (level III NICU) and CHI Immanuel Hospital (level II NICU)

We are offering an hourly salary that includes shift differentials and quality bonuses, a starting bonus, and relocation assistance for new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

*Job Requirements*

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in Neonatal Nurse Practitioner from accredited program
• Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) required
• Active or Eligible to obtain an unrestricted licence in Nebraska
• BLS, PALS and NRP
• Commitment to providing high quality, compassionate care

Where You'll Work

Are you looking for a place where you can build a rewarding medical career while enjoying a great quality of life? *Consider Omaha! * Omaha offers a compelling combination of professional opportunities and a family-friendly environment. The cost of living, particularly housing (30% below the national average), is very attractive, and the city boasts excellent schools and a vibrant arts and culture scene. As the headquarters for several Fortune 500 companies and with a metro population exceeding 975,000, Omaha provides the amenities of a large city without the drawbacks of a long commute – the average is just 20 minutes. You'll also find a friendly and welcoming community that makes it easy to settle in. For providers, Omaha's growing healthcare sector translates into ample opportunities for professional growth and development. It’s a place where you can truly thrive, both personally and professionally. It's no surprise that Omaha is consistently recognized as one of the best places to live and work.

• Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health™*, a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice.

*Pay Range*

$78.30 - 91.35 /hour