Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Valleywise Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 162,956,304 - 240,680,496; Full time

Job summary

Valleywise Health in Phoenix, AZ, seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) under the guidance of an attending Neonatologist. You will examine, diagnose, and treat sick newborns to save lives and improve quality of life for neonates.

The role requires a current AZ RN license with Advanced Practice Certification, NRP, BLS, and a national NNP board certification. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in a diverse clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Level III or Level IV NNP.
• Must hold AZ RN license and Advanced Practice Certification.
• BLS and NRP certifications required; DEA dispensing license required.
• National NNP Board Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Examine, diagnose, and treat sick newborns under the supervision of an attending Neonatologist.
• Respond to neonatal emergencies including resuscitation, intubation, and related procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with families and team members.

Skills

Neonatal resuscitation

Intubation

Lumbar puncture

Umbilical catheterization

Communication skills

Time management

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

DOS/Windows knowledge

Job description

Under the general direction of an attending Neonatologist, examines, diagnoses, and treats sick newborns to save lives and/or improve the quality of newborn lives.

Hourly Pay Rate: $56.87 - $83.88

Qualifications

Education

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing.
• Master’s degree or higher preferred.

Experience

• A minimum of one year of experience as a Level III or Level IV NNP is required.

Certification/Licensure

• Must possess a current, valid AZ RN license, temporary AZ RN license, or valid compact RN licensure for the current state of practice.
• Must also be in good standing with the issuing Board of Nursing.
• Must have Advanced Practice Certification.
• Requires BLS upon hire, obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center.
• NRP certification is required.
• A Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) issued dispensing license is required.
• National NNP Board Certification is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must know prescribing and dispensing medications, Neonatal resuscitation, intubation, lumbar puncture, and umbilical catheterization.
• Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Must have excellent communication, time management, and customer service skills.
• Computer knowledge with DOS and Windows-based systems is a plus.
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.