Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Azza HealthCare Agency; Beaver Valley (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Delaware is seeking an experienced NICU nurse to provide specialized newborn care in a Level IV unit. The role focuses on assessing neonates, managing complex conditions and delivering advanced nursing support.

You will work closely with neonatologists and the care team to implement treatment plans, educate families, and document care in accordance with NICU protocols. A strong clinical judgment and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Neonatal ICU nursing experience in Level IV NICU settings.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to respond to emergencies.
• Familiar with NICU protocols and procedures.
• Excellent communication with families and clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage neonatal patients, monitoring status and responding to changes.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as ordered and per clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with neonatologists and the multidisciplinary care team to coordinate treatment plans.
• Support and educate families, helping them understand care plans and provide comfort to parents and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with NICU standards of care.

Skills

Neonatal ICU care

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Family education

Job description

Provide specialized intensive care for newborns in a Level IV NICU. Assess neonatal patients, manage conditions, and deliver advanced nursing support for critically ill infants.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and manage neonatal patients, monitoring status and responding to changes.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as ordered and per clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with neonatologists and the multidisciplinary care team to coordinate treatment plans.
• Support and educate families, helping them understand care plans and provide comfort to parents and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with NICU standards of care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Training and experience in neonatal intensive care and high-acuity monitoring.
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and ability to respond to emergencies.
• Proficiency in neonatal diagnostic/therapeutic procedures and NICU protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with clinicians and families.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and support continuity of care.