Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Rinvio Recruitment; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to work in Phoenix's NICUs. Candidates must be certified NNPs with a Master's in Nursing and an Arizona nursing license. Responsibilities include caring for high-risk newborns and collaborating with Neonatologists in a 24/7 environment. Experience in a neonatal setting is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP).
• Arizona nursing license required.
• 2+ years of NNP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for high-risk newborns in Level III-IV NICUs.
• Work evening shifts with Neonatologists.
• Participate in deliveries and emergencies.

Skills

NNP certification

Nursing expertise

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Requirements for NNP (Neonatal Nurse Practitioner)

You must be certified as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP). We cannot accept other certifications like FNP or PNP.

Overview

The job involves working at three Level III-IV NICUs (Neonatal Intensive Care Units) in the Phoenix area that take care of high-risk babies. Soon, there will be six Level II Special Care Nurseries as well.

Responsibilities

• NNPs will work with Neonatologists (doctors who specialize in newborns) to take care of babies in the NICU and to help with deliveries.
• You will work the evening shift with a Neonatologist in the Level III-IV NICUs.
• The Level II units are open 24/7, with NNPs and Neonatologists available every day for rounds and emergencies.
• NNPs will have a mix of 12-hour and 24-hour shifts, which can be adjusted based on your needs and the team\'s needs.
• NNPs and Neonatologists share the responsibility for attending deliveries.
• There are no transport duties required for this job.

Qualifications

• You must have a Master\'s Degree in Nursing.
• You must be Board Certified as an NNP (no other NP certifications are accepted).
• You need an Arizona nursing license or be willing to get one.
• Having at least 2 years of NNP experience is highly preferred.
• You will need to obtain a DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) license before starting.

Certification Requirements

• You must be Board Certified.

State License Requirements

• You need a nursing license in Arizona, specifically as a Board Certified NNP. Other certifications like FNP or PNP are not allowed. You must also have a Master\'s Degree in Nursing.