Neonatology Physician Assistant

TidalHealth; Maryland; On-site; USD 155,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland, seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join a growing neonatal team. This full-time role collaborates with neonatologists, pediatric providers and nurses to deliver specialized newborn care in a multidisciplinary environment.

The position entails assessing and managing neonatal patients, attending deliveries, and educating families. Maryland APRN eligibility and NRP/ BLS certifications are required, with NICU experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduates of an accredited NP program with neonatal focus.
• Current NNP certification and APRN licensure eligibility in Maryland.
• BLS and NRP certification required; neonatal/NICU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neonatal care with physicians and the broader clinical team.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage neonatal patients; develop individualized plans of care.
• Attend deliveries and provide stabilization and resuscitation as needed.
• Educate families and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Neonatal patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical judgment

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Current Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification

Job description

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) - Salisbury, Maryland

TidalHealth is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our growing neonatal team at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury, Maryland. This is a full-time opportunity to provide specialized care to newborns and their families while working collaboratively with neonatologists, pediatric providers, nursing, and other members of our multidisciplinary team.

Opportunity Highlights

• 1.0 FTE, full-time position
• Approximately four 8-12 hour shifts per week
• One weekend per month
• Collaborative neonatal care model
• Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunity to care for a diverse neonatal population in a growing regional health system
• Base Salary Range Starting at $155,000- $170,000

Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities

The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive care to neonatal patients, working closely with physicians and the broader clinical team. Responsibilities may include:

• Assessing, diagnosing, and managing neonatal patients
• Developing and implementing individualized plans of care
• Performing neonatal procedures within scope of practice and privileges
• Attending deliveries and providing neonatal stabilization and resuscitation as needed
• Managing acute and ongoing neonatal conditions
• Collaborating with neonatologists, pediatricians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other clinical team members
• Communicating with and educating families throughout their newborn's care
• Participating in quality improvement, education, and other departmental initiatives

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
• Eligible for APRN licensure in the State of Maryland
• BLS and NRP certification as required
• Previous neonatal/NICU experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills

Why TidalHealth?

TidalHealth is a growing health system serving communities throughout Maryland and Delaware. Our network includes more than 500 providers and is anchored by three hospitals, including TidalHealth Peninsula Regional in Salisbury.

Salisbury offers an excellent combination of professional opportunity and quality of life, with easy access to Maryland and Delaware beaches, a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas, and convenient proximity to Baltimore, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, and Norfolk.

Join a team committed to providing high-quality neonatal care close to home while enjoying the lifestyle of Maryland's Eastern Shore.