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Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Jobot, Las Cruces, NM, United States


Neonatal Nurse Practitioner – SIGN ON and Relocation Bonus! New Grad NNP Welcome!
Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year.

Job Details
Our healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our team. The NNP will provide specialized care for newborns with a wide spectrum of illnesses and prematurity, as well as healthy infants. The successful candidate will be part of a team that offers a high quality of care, support, and education to patients and their families.

Staffing Model / Schedule
Neonatologists and Neonatal Nurse Practitioners share the work at each facility. 12 or 24‑hour shifts for NNPs with flexible, self‑scheduling.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care to newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), including diagnosing and treating illnesses.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to formulate a plan of care for each patient.

Perform neonatal resuscitation and stabilization procedures as needed.

Coordinate and conduct parental education and counseling sessions to support the family's understanding of the newborn's condition and care plan.

Participate in research activities and contribute to the development and implementation of evidence‑based practice and quality improvement initiatives.

Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of current trends and developments in neonatal care through continuing education and professional development activities.

Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, including maintaining patient confidentiality and ensuring patient safety at all times.

Qualifications

A Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice.

A minimum of years of experience as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or equivalent experience as a physician in a neonatal setting.

Excellent clinical skills with the ability to make decisions in high‑stress situations.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.

Proficiency in electronic medical records systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Current certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining current knowledge of advancements in neonatal care.

Benefits

Competitive salary + sign‑on/annual bonuses + annual raises (salary depends on experience and location).

Full health benefits + PTO + student loan repayment.

Relocation support + tail coverage.

Flexible scheduling (including 24‑hour shift bundles).

Supportive, collaborative work environment.

Ongoing professional development & CME opportunities.

Attend deliveries & manage day‑to‑day NICU and newborn nursery patients.

Collaborate during multi‑disciplinary rounds.

Perform ventilator management, lab review, family consults, and more.

Work with advanced treatments like HFOV, HFJV, inhaled nitric oxide, and therapeutic hypothermia.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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