Neonatology - Physician

St. Agnes HealthCare - Baltimore, MD - Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage with tail

Job summary

Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join a Level III NICU team. This employed, full-time role offers clinical autonomy within a well-respected health system and a supportive professional environment.

The position provides a base salary with a sign-on bonus and CME allowance, plus comprehensive benefits and malpractice tail coverage. Eligible candidates must hold Maryland NP with Prescriptive Authority and be prepared for licensure in

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing prior to hire date or transfer date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing prior to hire date or transfer date.
• BLS provider certification required within 30 days of hire; AHA or Red Cross accepted.
• DEA registration credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical interventions for neonates in the NICU and Well-Baby nurseries.
• Collaborate with obstetric and pediatric teams to ensure seamless transitions of care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to high-quality patient care in a Level III NICU.

Skills

Neonatal care

NICU

Prescriptive authority

BLS

DEA registration (preferred)

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Baltimore, MDFacility Name


• Ascension Saint Agnes HospitalSchedule:


• Full-TimeBase salary: $125,000 – $161,003 per year


• Sign-on bonus


• CME allowance


• Malpractice coverage with tail

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options


• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance


• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays


• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning


• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources


• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits


• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join a stable, well-respected team within a Level III NICU, offering a high degree of clinical autonomy supported by a culture of professional collegiality and the robust resources of the Ascension Saint Agnes health network

• Join an established team of 4 physicians


• Practice setting: Level III NICU


• Employed position within a nonprofit health system


• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Certification


• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration


• Provide expert clinical interventions for neonates in the NICU and Well-Baby nurseries, ensuring every infant receives high-level, compassionate direct care


• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to provide expert consultations for Obstetric and Pediatric partners, ensuring seamless care transitions for complex neonatal patients

About the Facility

• 251-bed teaching hospital


• Level III NICU


• Serving a population of approximately 738,000


• Integrated referral network


• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture


• Long-term practice stability


• National network with local autonomy


• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum qualifications you'll need

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.


• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.


• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.


• Education: Master's degree of Nursing required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Visa Eligibility: None