Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) - Level III NICU

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) for a permanent full-time position in a high-volume 28-bed Level III NICU in Panama City, FL.

This role operates within an in-house 24/7 NNP coverage model, delivering advanced acute care to critically ill neonates alongside neonatologists, pediatric subspecialists, and a dedicated neonatal transport team.

Schedule & Work Model:

• Shift Structure: Flexible 24-hour in-house shifts providing continuous coverage (weekends included in rotation).
• Unit Volume: Average daily census of ~19 patients across ~2,700 annual deliveries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily rounding and autonomous clinical decision-making for Level III NICU patients.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and perform neonatal resuscitations.
• Execute advanced neonatal bedside procedures based on clinical competency.
• Work collaboratively with on-site neonatologists and multidisciplinary transport teams.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) or DNP [Required].
• Certification: Active National APRN Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC) [Required].
• Licensure: Active Florida APRN License or eligibility [Required].
• Experience: Experienced NNP with proven NICU clinical & procedural expertise [Required] (New graduates cannot be accepted for this role).
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship (J-1/H-1B not accepted) [Required].
• Relocation: Must live in or relocate to the local Panama City area [Required].

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience + Sign-on / Relocation options.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, and Disability coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan + Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Enjoy coastal Gulf Coast living with a cost of living 25% below the national average.

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Title: PERM / Direct-Hire: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) – Panama City, FL.

Position Type: Permanent Placement (Direct-Hire Only).

Location: Panama City, FL Area.

Shift Pattern: 24-Hour In-House Shifts | 24/7 NNP Coverage Model.

Opportunity Overview:

Seeking an experienced NNP looking for a permanent position in a coastal Florida community. This role handles an average daily census of 19 in a 28-bed Level III NICU.

Candidate Highlights & Sourcing Criteria:

• Credentials: MSN/DNP + Active NNP-BC + Active FL APRN License (or fast-track status).
• Clinical Requirements: Must have post-licensure NNP experience handling Level III NICU care, high-risk deliveries, and acute procedures.
• Shift Model: 24-hour shifts with full subspecialty and physician back-up support.
• Relocation: Full permanent relocation required (not open to locum/travel arrangements).
• Clearance: Requires clean malpractice history, recent NPDB self-query (within 30 days), and active DEA.