NICU Lead Nurse Practitioner (Per Diem)

MyStethi, LLC; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, CA seeks a NICU Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to lead NICU patient care under direction of the Medical Director and Nursing Director, following established procedures. This leadership role emphasizes time management, resource utilization, and professional role modeling.

Required: California RN license, NP certification, NRP, and BLS; 5+ years clinical experience; PA experience considered.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license.
• Nurse Practitioner Certification.
• Certification as Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification.
• Minimum of 5 years clinical experience.
• Experience as Physician Assistant may be considered.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership and professional presentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage NICU patients under the direction of the Medical Director and Nursing Director using established procedures.
• Provide leadership within the department, ensuring efficient time management and resource use.
• Model professional behavior and mentor staff in clinical best practices.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical competence

Time management

Resource utilization

Professional demeanor

5+ years clinical experience

Education

Nurse Practitioner Certification

Master’s degree

Tools

NRP

BLS

Job description

Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, CA seeks a NICU Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to lead NICU patient care under direction of the Medical Director and Nursing Director, following established procedures. This leadership role emphasizes time management, resource utilization, and professional role modeling.

Required: California RN license, NP certification, NRP, and BLS; 5+ years clinical experience; PA experience considered.