Neonatology Nurse Practitioner

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Location: Hollywood, 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.