PNP - Casual

Children; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Children’s Minnesota invites applications for a PNP - Neonatal Services role. The nurse practitioner will assess hospitalized neonates, develop and implement medical plans of care, and collaborate with NICU physicians, nurses, and social workers to ensure patient‑centered outcomes.

The role requires an RN/APN license, NRP and BLS certifications, and a Master’s degree in nursing. Prior NICU inpatient experience is preferred, with shifts in Minneapolis and St. Paul facilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Pediatric Nurse License.
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - National Certification.
• Prescriptive Privileges - State of Minnesota.
• Current BLS Certification (Basic Life Support).
• NRP Certification (Neonatal Resuscitation Program).
• Acute Care Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess hospitalized neonatal patients and create a medical plan of care at admission, daily, and discharge.
• Collaborate with the NICU provider group, nursing staff, and social workers to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Maintain clinical skill proficiency (IV starts, arterial sticks, PICC lines, lumbar punctures) and consult on newborn nursery patients as needed.

Skills

Inpatient pediatric care

Neonatal care

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

| Job Information | | | --- | | PNP - Casual - (260270I2) Employee Status: Regular Hours Per Pay Period: 0 FTE: 0 Shift: Days Shift Length: 8 hours Weekend Coverage: Per unit need Call Coverage: Not Applicable Description : **About Children’s Minnesota** Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids ExpertsTM in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org. Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry. The PNP - Neonatal Services provides assessments/creates a medical plan of care for hospitalized patients on admission, daily, and upon discharge. Perform these tasks independently and in collaboration with the neonatologist. Collect and synthesize data from historical information, diagnostic tests, therapeutic interventions, and physical examination to determine diagnosis and appropriate intervention. Work closely with NICU provider group, nursing staff and social workers as part of creating a comprehensive treatment plan for patients and their families during their hospital stay. Maintain clinical skill proficiency and knowledge base needed for this patient population; including but not limited to IV starts, Arterial sticks, PICC lines, and lumbar punctures. They may also be asked to consult on patients in the newborn nursery. This is a casual position that is required to work shifts at both our Minneapolis and St. Paul NICU, ICC and SCN units. Must be available to work a minimum of 6 shifts in 12 weeks including 2 off shifts on weekends or evenings. Available shifts 7 days per week both day and evenings. Qualifications : Qualifications: Licensed Registered Nurse and Advanced Pediatric Nurse License Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - National Certification Prescriptive Privileges - State of Minnesota Current BLS Certification NRP Certification Acute Care Certification preferred Education: Master’s degree in nursing Required Experience: Previous inpatient PNP experience, preferably in level II or III nursery or working with complex/chronic health care needs. Previous NICU RN experience preferred. **Physical Demands** Please click here to view the Physical Demands The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs. In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Job Posting: Oct 8, 2026, 6:48:26 AM Job: Advanced Practice Primary Location: USA-MN-Minneapolis Salary (Pay Basis): 63.22 - 76.00 | |