Neonatology Nurse Practitioner - NICU

Baylor Scott & White Health; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas is seeking a Nurse Practitioner-Intensivist for the NICU. The role emphasizes autonomous practice within a collaborative team, with rounds, procedures, and discharge planning in a growing NICU program.

Ideal candidates have NICU experience and Texas NP licensure, with strong critical thinking and communication skills to support a high-quality, family-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• Texas RN licensure and NP credentialing.
• Current Texas APRN license.
• Board certification as APRN for NICU/Adult populations.
• BLS and ACLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients via exams and histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory tests and other diagnostics.
• Prescribes medications and performs procedures per approved protocols.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive treatment plans.
• Counsels patients and families about medications, nutrition, and health.
• Maintains records detailing treatments and outcomes; initiates referrals.
• Provides consultation within specialty and participates in rounds.
• Performs invasive procedures as delegated by supervising physician.
• May conduct rounds, assist with admissions/discharges, and provide on-call support.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Tech literacy

Education

Grad of an Accredited Program

Job description

Position Highlights

• Balanced Schedule: 7 on / 7 off with 24-hour coverage
• Weekend & Call Coverage Required
• Low Patient Volume: Manage an average of 3–4 patients per day for high-quality, focused care
• Growing NICU Program: Currently a Level I unit with plans to transition to Level II—great opportunity to be part of program expansion
• Collaborative Care Model: Work alongside Family Practice, OB/GYN providers, experienced RN staff, and unit support
• Autonomous Practice: Independent role with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• Diverse Clinical Scope: Responsibilities include hospital rounding, delivery stabilization, discharge planning, and circumcisions
• Experience Preferred: Seeking candidates with 2+ years of NICU experience (no new grads at this time)
• Community-Focused Location: Practice in a welcoming, tight-knit environment while making a meaningful impact

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The NP Intensivist Medicine is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Intensivist Medicine providers work in critical care settings. They manage patients by rounding, performing procedures, and handling hospital admissions and discharges.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice (and knowledge of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on-call support.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests
• Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.
• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas
• Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Acute Care Nrs Pract Cert (ACNP-BC), Acute Care NP-A Gerontology (ACNPC-AG), Neonatal NP (NNP-BC): Must have one of the following:

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ACNP-BC)
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (ACNPC-AG)
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (NNP-BC).