Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - NICU

NHNPA; Enola (PA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be Well program

Paid time off & parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement & life insurance

Job summary

Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, PA is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join our Level II NICU team. The role includes duties in the well-baby nursery and delivery room, with a structured orientation and credentialing before practicing independently with attending physicians.

The NNP will order, perform and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and provide comprehensive neonatal care in an inpatient setting, collaborating closely with the health care team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program.
• National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC).
• Current Pennsylvania RN and CRNP licensure (or eligible).
• Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience.
• BLS and NRP certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neonatal care in a Level II NICU and well-baby nursery.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe meds within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with attending physicians and care team to deliver high-quality neonatal care.

Skills

Neonatal NP scope

Team collaboration

Pharmacology in NICU

Clinical assessment

Documentation & charting

Patient safety

Education

Master's degree in Neonatal NP

NNP-BC certification

Job description

Penn State Health-Hampden Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Enola
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.90
Shift: Day
Hours: 24

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center Neonatology team is seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our collaborative and dedicated team. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a Level II NICU with additional responsibilities in the well-baby nursery and delivery room.

Following a structured orientation period, the NNP will be credentialed and work both independently and collaboratively with attending physicians, peers, and other members of the healthcare team to provide high-quality specialty care to critically ill and newborn patients.

The NNP may order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and imaging studies, as well as prescribe medications and interventions consistent with scope of practice. This position functions in an inpatient critical care setting, providing comprehensive neonatal care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) program
• National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
• Current Pennsylvania RN and CRNP licensure (or eligible)
• Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Prior NICU RN experience (Level II, III, or IV)
• Prior experience as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Wellwith Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balancedwith Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Securedwith Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewardedwith Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supportedby the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?

#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients —and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient’s healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community! Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.