Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

University of Maryland Medical System; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center in Towson, MD, seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its NICU team. This Level III B NICU position focuses on high-risk infants, with responsibilities including H&P, management, and infant stabilization.

Applicants should have a Neonatal NP license or NICU experience for PA roles, and be prepared for rotating 12-hour shifts; the hospital is CMS 5‑Star and Leapfrog Grade A.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in nursing (Required).
• Combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner license/credential (Required).

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive H&P and management of high-risk neonates.
• Attend deliveries and stabilize infants as needed.
• Work rotating day and night 12-hour shifts.
• Collaborate with NICU team to develop care plans.
• Maintain licensure and accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s Degree (Required)

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner license/credential (Required)

Combination of education and experience may be considered

Job description

Job Requirements

Company Description

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37‑acre, 218‑bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade ‘A’ hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Job Description

The University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of the University of Maryland Medical System, is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Physician Assistant to join the NICU team in Towson, Maryland.

• This position will focus on providing the highest quality care to high-risk infants in a Level III B NICU
• Responsibilities include comprehensive H&P, management and treatment of at-risk newborns, delivery room attendance and infant stabilization
• Must be willing to work rotating day and night 12 hr shifts
• Both experienced and newly graduated NNPs encouraged to apply!
• The successful candidate will have completed an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program and will have, or be eligible for, a Maryland NNP license.
• Physician Assistant candidates must have 1-2 years of NICU experience to be considered
• SJMC is a CMS 5-Star, Leapfrog Grade ‘A’ hospital and ranked the #1 community hospital in Maryland by the U.S. News and World Report.
• This is an outstanding opportunity to join an excellent institution, healthcare system, and team.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s Degree (Required)
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Neonatal Registered Nurse Practitioner (Required)

Experience And Skills

• Required Skills: Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Basic Computer Skills, Excellent Organizational Skills, Strong Customer Services Skills, Proven Analytical Skills

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $57.13-$85.75
• Review the 2026-2027 UMMS Benefits Guide

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