Neonatology Nurse Practitioner

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Location : Fort Myer, FL

Employment Type : Full-time / Permanent

Shift : Varied shifts across Level III & Level IV NICUs

Facility Type : Level IV NICU (covers 3 hospitals within minutes)

Benefits : All standard benefits included

Summary

A Neonatal Nurse Practitioner is needed to join a leading Level IV NICU team in South Florida. The NNP will provide advanced care to high-acuity neonates across three hospitals within the healthcare system. This role requires strong clinical expertise, experience in neonatal critical care, and the ability to work in a high-volume, high-acuity environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care to high-acuity neonates in Level IV and Level III NICUs.

Rotate between three hospitals within close driving distance.

Manage, assess, and treat critically ill newborns in collaboration with neonatologists.

Perform advanced neonatal procedures as permitted by scope and privileges.

Document clinical information accurately in EMR systems.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.

Participate in patient / family education and support throughout hospitalization.

Adhere to all neonatal safety, quality, and evidence-based practice standards.

Work a combination of 24-hour shifts (Level III) and 10-, 12-, or 16-hour shifts (Level IV).

Maintain all required credentials and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills & Qualifications

Master s Degree or Doctorate in Nursing required

Board-Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) required

Florida NP License or willingness to obtain required

Minimum 2+ years of hands-on NNP experience (RN experience not included) required

DEA license prior to start required

Experience managing high-acuity neonatal patients in NICU settings.

Strong clinical judgment and ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Not accepting FNP, PNP, or other NP certifications.

Not accepting new graduates or locum candidates.

Benefits

All standard benefits included, plus competitive compensation based on experience. Sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and tuition reimbursement may be available and discussed during the interview.