Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC) - New NNP Grads Welcome

Job Description

Job Description

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC) - New NNP Grads Welcome
Job ID: 75716
Location: Tennessee (SW) - Onsite

Overview:
An independent physician network based in SW Tennessee is seeking additional new and experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioners to help staff a newly expanded 74-bed capacity Level IV NICU and Special Care Nursery (SCN) within a nationally ranked children’s hospital in Tennessee. 

 

Why this opportunity?

• This position offers an excellent benefits package, including relocation assistance and tuition reimbursement.

• Southwestern Tennessee is where Southern charm meets modern opportunity. Whether you're looking for an affordable place to raise a family, start a business, or enjoy a slower pace of life without sacrificing access to big-city amenities, this region has something for everyone.

What you will be doing: 

• Work rotating 12- and 24-hour shifts in an academic setting alongside residents

• Provide comprehensive patient management in collaboration with the healthcare team, including patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment plan development, clinical and surgical procedures, medications ordering, documentation, and discharge planning.

 
What you must have (prior to start date): 

• Tennessee APRN licensure

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree or higher

• Board Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)

• Tennessee Prescriptive Authority (or eligibility)

• Knowledge of OSHA and FDA regulations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to haves:

• At least three years of NICU RN experience in a busy Level III or IV NICU.

• At least one year of prior NNP experience, preferably in a Level III or IV NICU

• A desire to work in an academic teaching environment

• Prior experience providing comprehensive patient care from admission to discharge is a plus.