Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

**Position Available: Nurse Practitioner / Neonatal Nurse Practitioner**

We are actively seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to enhance a dynamic Neonatology team within a Level III NICU. This role offers the opportunity to provide advanced inpatient care to neonates in a collaborative, physician-led setting, ideal for both seasoned professionals and recent graduates.

**Position Overview:**

The Nurse Practitioner / Neonatal Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for:

- Delivering comprehensive inpatient management to neonates, including critically ill and premature infants, within a Level III NICU framework.

- Conducting thorough neonatal assessments, performing daily rounds, and overseeing the stabilization and ongoing care of high-risk newborns.

- Engaging in collaborative care planning and management in close partnership with on-staff Neonatologists.

- Participating in multidisciplinary rounds and coordinating care with nursing staff and ancillary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

- Utilizing Epic EMR for precise and timely documentation of patient data.

- Providing education and counseling to families regarding neonatal conditions and treatment protocols.

- Adapting to a flexible work schedule, including 24-hour, 10-hour, and 8-hour shift patterns.

- Practicing within a structured, team-oriented environment rather than an autonomous setting.

- Adhering to hospital protocols and maintaining compliance with established quality standards.

**Qualifications:** - Board Certified in Neonatal NP / NNP (required by start date).

- Successful completion of an accredited NNP program (indicate in the "Additional Submission Details").

- Active Michigan state license.

- Current BLS and NRP certifications.

- Availability to work diverse 24-, 10-, and 8-hour shifts.

- Proficiency in EMR systems, preferably Epic.

- Willingness to undergo a 3–4 month credentialing process.

- Clean malpractice history and active license history.

- Submission of a recent NPDB Self Query Report (within 30 days of application).

**Certification and Licensure Requirements:**

- BLS and NRP certifications are mandatory.

- Must meet the Michigan state licensure criteria.

- Completion of Neonatal Nurse Practitioner training and eligibility for hospital credentialing are essential.

- Strong emphasis on EMR proficiency, particularly with Epic.

This role presents an opportunity to make a significant impact on neonatal patient care within a supportive and collaborative environment.