Neonatal Nurse Practitioner- Sign on bonus!

University of Maryland Medical System; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/retention bonus

Continuing education allowance

Job summary

University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center in Towson, MD, is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Physician Assistant to join the NICU team.

The position offers a $15,000 sign-on/retention bonus and involves 24/7 coverage in a Level III B NICU, with opportunities for professional growth within the UMMS system. Responsibilities include H&P, management of at-risk newborns, delivery room attendance, and daily rounds with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required in neonatal NP or related field.
• Completed accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program.
• Maryland NNP license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to high-risk infants in a Level III B NICU.
• Perform comprehensive H&P and management of at-risk newborns.
• Attend deliveries and infant stabilization in the delivery room.
• Daily rounds with multidisciplinary team (dietitian, NICU pharmacist, social work, respiratory therapist).
• Care for premature and high-risk infants, including HFOV.
• Consult services with Level 4 NICU and University of Maryland Medical Center.
• Work rotating days/nights, holidays and weekends for 24/7 coverage.

Skills

Verbal communications

Written communications

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Job Requirements

Company Description

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade ‘A’ hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Job Description

The University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, a member of the University of Maryland Medical System, is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Physician Assistant to join the NICU team in Towson, Maryland. This position is eligible for a $15,000 sign-on/retention bonus.

• This position will focus on providing the highest quality care to high-risk infants in a Level III B NICU
• Responsibilities include comprehensive H&P, management and treatment of at-risk newborns, delivery room attendance and infant stabilization
• Daily rounds with multidisciplinary team, including registered dietitian, NICU pharmacist, social work/case management, respiratory therapist
• Providing care for premature and high-risk infants, including HFOV
• Consulting services with Level 4 NICU and specialty services at University of Maryland Medical Center
• Required to work rotating days/nights, holidays and weekends to ensure 24/7 unit coverage.
• Flexible scheduling; The ideal candidate will be willing to work rotating day and night 12 hr shifts
• $2500 per year of CE money (prorated by FTE)
• Opportunity for professional growth the Advanced Practice Provider Professional Advancement Model
• NICU overview: 18 beds open bay unit, moving to New 16 bed semiprivate room NICU opening in 2026
• Both experienced and newly graduated NNPs encouraged to apply!
• The successful candidate will have completed an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program and will have, or be eligible for, a Maryland NNP license.
• Physician Assistant candidates must have 1-2 years of NICU experience to be considered
• SJMC is a CMS 5-Star, Leapfrog Grade ‘A’ hospital and ranked the #1 community hospital in Maryland by the U.S. News and World Report.
• This is an outstanding opportunity to join an excellent institution, healthcare system, and team.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s Degree (Required)
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Neonatal Registered Nurse Practitioner (Required)

Experience And Skills

• Required Skills: Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Basic Computer Skills, Excellent Organizational Skills, Strong Customer Services Skills, Proven Analytical Skills

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $61.16-$67.32
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide