Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Transport - Nights

Children's Nebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 hiring bonus

Relocation assistance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Tuition loan repayment

Job summary

A pediatric healthcare provider in Omaha is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner for the Transport Team. This role involves managing neonatal care during transport using advanced procedures. The ideal candidate will have APRN licensure in Nebraska, experience in Critical Care, and proficiency with pediatric care. Benefits include a $15,000 hiring bonus, competitive pay, medical and dental benefits, and a 403(b) retirement plan. Join us in providing exceptional care for neonates across Nebraska and beyond.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Critical Care required.
• Current Nebraska state licensure (APRN, PA, RN) mandatory.
• Experience in pediatrics as an Advanced Practice Provider preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage care and transport of neonates from facilities.
• Perform technical neonatal procedures like intubation and line placement.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize patient care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Decision-making

Patient advocacy

Emergency procedures

Education

APRN licensure in Nebraska

Tools

BCLS Certification

PALS Certification

NRP Certification

Job description

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner – Transport Team

$15,000 hiring bonus and relocation available to those who qualify. 15% stipend for Nocturnist/Night Shift.

Schedule: Full Time Night Shift, 12‑hour shifts, 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.

Children’s Nebraska invites you to join our Neonatal Transport team. Our NNPs collaborate with flight nurses to provide state‑of‑the‑art neonatal care on fixed‑wing aircraft, helicopters, and ground ambulances across Nebraska and surrounding states. As a stand‑alone neonatal team, we frequently operate in multiple states within a single shift, requiring critical thinking and logistical adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Manage the care and transport of neonates from referring facilities.
• Apply proficiency in flight and ambulance treatment modalities, altitude physiology, and emergency procedures.
• Utilize the advanced nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, and document patient responses and outcomes.
• Perform technical neonatal procedures such as lab and X‑ray interpretation, intubation, line placement, thoracentesis, thoracotomy, and intra‑osseous access.
• Collaborate with physicians and referral teams, demonstrating strong leadership, nursing judgment, decision‑making, and problem‑solving.
• Advocate for patients and families, maintaining professional conduct and clear communication.
• Apply knowledge of healthcare economics to ensure cost‑effective resource utilization.

Education

• APRN licensure in the State of Nebraska (as required by Department of Health and Human Services).

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Critical Care.
• Experience may be satisfied as a Critical Care RN, Critical Care APRN, or a combination of both.
• Previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in pediatrics is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current and valid unrestricted Nebraska state licensure (APRN, PA, RN).
• BCLS – Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association.
• PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 180 days.
• NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation within 180 days.
• NNP‑BC – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Board Certified.
• CPNP‑AC – Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (upon hire).
• DEA License within 30 days.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor‑vehicle driving record.
• Ability to work in ambulance, helicopter, and airplane transport vehicles (non‑conventional motions, noise, vibration, fumes, extreme heat/cold).
• Must be 225 lbs or under at hire (due to aircraft utilized).

Physical & Other Requirements

• Must satisfy all relevant criteria and qualifications outlined in the Medical Staff Policy on Allied Health Professional, including credentialing.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, health savings account and flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off
• Professional business expense reimbursement
• Tuition loan repayment
• Plus, more!

Location

Omaha, Nebraska has a population of more than 925,000 and offers all the amenities of a big city with the warmth of the Midwest. The area is rich in arts and cultural activities and is home to a world‑class zoo. Greater Omaha boasts an outstanding educational system, numerous universities and colleges, collegiate sports, the Olympic Curling Trials, and the College World Series. Omaha is also a hub for multiple Fortune 500 companies, offering an extraordinary quality of life.

Employer Commitment

Children’s Nebraska is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal‑opportunity employer, including veterans and people with disabilities.