Neonatal Nurse Practitioner NICU

Baylor Scott & White Health; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The NP Intensivist Medicine role at Baylor Scott & White Health focuses on advanced neonatal critical care within an inpatient setting. You will work alongside Neonatologists and Neonatal NPs, manage around 16 patients per shift, and participate in high-level procedures under supervision.

New graduates are encouraged to apply through a structured mentorship program led by Dr. Amy Brunt and the Neonatology team, with dedicated nursing and social work support.

Qualifications

• Education: Grad of an Accredited Nursing or NP program.
• RN licensure in Texas (or compact privilege).
• Current NP licensure in Texas.
• Board certification as NP (ACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, or NNP-BC).
• BLS and ACLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients via exams and histories.
• Order and interpret labs and tests.
• Prescribe therapies and perform delegated procedures.
• Create and implement treatment plans with the care team.
• Counsel patients and families about health and medications.
• Maintain records and refer as needed.
• Provide on-call support and hospital rounding.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grad of an Accredited Program

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Texas RN license or compact

Texas APRN license

Job description

Position Highlights

• Level III NICU providing advanced neonatal critical care in an inpatient setting.
• 24-hour shift schedule offering a condensed work schedule and excellent work-life balance.
• Work alongside experienced Neonatologists and Neonatal NPs in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Manage approximately 16 patients per shift with support from RNs, Social Workers, and additional APPs.
• Broad scope of practice including:
• High-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitation
• Hospital admissions and inpatient rounding
• Critical care procedures (intubations, lumbar punctures, arterial/umbilical line placement, chest tubes, bladder taps)
• Ventilator management
• Cooling therapies (body/head cooling)
• iNO therapy
• New graduates are encouraged to apply with a structured 12–18 month mentorship and onboarding program led by Dr. Amy Brunt and the Neonatology team.
• Individual patient management with your own in-basket responsibilities.
• No travel or satellite clinic responsibilities—practice exclusively at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – College Station.
• Strong interdisciplinary support including dedicated nursing and social work teams.
• Opportunity to develop advanced neonatal critical care skills while practicing at the top of your license.
• PALS certification required.
• ECMO participation under neonatologist supervision

About College Station, Texas

• Home to Texas A&M University, College Station combines the energy of a vibrant university community with the comfort and affordability of a family-friendly city. Residents enjoy highly rated schools, a strong local economy, and a high quality of life with access to parks, outdoor recreation, and community events. Located in the heart of the Brazos Valley, College Station offers small-town charm while remaining within easy reach of major Texas cities, including Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio.

About Baylor Scott & White Health

• Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest health systems in the United States. The integrated network includes hospitals, specialty clinics, outpatient facilities, and an academic research institute, providing comprehensive care across a broad range of medical specialties.
• Known for its commitment to innovation, research, and patient-centered care, Baylor Scott & White offers providers access to a collaborative network, advanced clinical resources, and opportunities to practice within one of the state's most respected healthcare organizations.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore your offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The NP Intensivist Medicine is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Intensivist Medicine providers work in critical care settings. They manage patients by rounding, performing procedures, and handling hospital admissions and discharges.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice (and knowledge of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on-call support.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
• Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.
• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas
• Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Acute Care Nrs Pract Cert (ACNP-BC), Acute Care NP-A Gerontology (ACNPC-AG), Neonatal NP (NNP-BC): Must have one of the following:

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ACNP-BC)
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ACNPC-AG)
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (NNP-BC).