Neonatal Nurse Practitioner: NICU Care & Birth Center Lead

Northfield Hospital & Clinics; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Medical and Dental Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match

Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans

Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

Employer-Provided Certifications

Free On-Site Parking

Discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

Job summary

Northfield Hospital & Clinics is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality medical services to newborns. The role involves assessing and treating infants, developing treatment plans, and overseeing training. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in nursing, RN and NP licenses in Minnesota, and NICU experience. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $88 and various employee benefits including Paid Time Off and Medical Insurance. Join our collaborative team dedicated to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing from a Registered Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current RN license with the MN Board of Nursing, in good standing.
• Current Nurse Practitioner license in Minnesota.
• Three years’ experience in a NICU.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and exercise good judgement.
• Flexibility to work long shifts, often 24-hour shifts.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and BLS certifications (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and conflicting interests (preferred).
• Strong written and oral communication skills (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary caregiver to newborn infants in the nursery and birth center.
• Assess, diagnose, and carry out procedures and medical tests for newborn infants.
• Develop treatment plans for infants with complex health issues.
• Prescribe medication with agreement of pediatric physicians.
• Respond to quality of care concerns and participate in review and implementation of solutions.
• Promote a positive culture that supports excellent patient care.
• Ensure proactive communication with key staff and organization leaders.
• Oversee training of new employees and mentor staff.
• Support operational success by ensuring implementation and success of operational improvements.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Good judgement

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Master's degree in nursing from a Registered Nurse Practitioner program

Current RN license with the MN Board of Nursing

Current Nurse Practitioner license in Minnesota

Three years’ experience in a NICU

Tools

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

BLS certification

Job description

Northfield Hospital & Clinics is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality medical services to newborns. The role involves assessing and treating infants, developing treatment plans, and overseeing training. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in nursing, RN and NP licenses in Minnesota, and NICU experience. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $88 and various employee benefits including Paid Time Off and Medical Insurance. Join our collaborative team dedicated to quality patient care.