Critical Care, Neonatology - Per Diem Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant...

Job Description

St. Josephs Health is seeking a licensed and certified NNP, PNP, or Neonatal PA to join our Level III NICU team in Syracuse, NY for a per diem opportunity. This advanced practice role offers experienced Providers to work in a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) that is equipped and staffed 24-hours a day to provide newborns critical care.

Position Details:

• Provide direct neonatal care including:
• History and physical exams
• Daily rounds
• Ordering labs, imaging, and medications
• Discharge planning
• Patient and family education
• Manage neonatal ventilation and participate in ongoing care coordination
• Perform advanced NICU procedures including:
• Intubations
• Chest tube placement
• Umbilical line placement
• Vent management
• Collaborate with Neonatologists, Nurses, Respiratory Therapists, Neonatology Nurse Practitioners, and the broader NICU team
• Per-Diem Schedule: 12-hour and/or 24-hour shifts available

Opportunity Highlights:

• Location: St. Josephs Health Hospital, Syracuse, NY
• Work within a Level III, 14 bed NICU with a high-acuity neonatal patient population
• Strong collaboration with neonatologists and experienced neonatal APPs
• High-impact role supporting vulnerable newborns, infants, and their families
• Excellent work-life balance in a highly organized care setting

Qualifications:

• Board-Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, or Neonatal Physician Assistant
• Current NYS license
• Prior experience as a Provider in a NICU setting highly preferred (RN NICU experience will be considered)
• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to high-quality neonatal care and family-centered practice

Compensation & Benefits:

• $100 per hour
• The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include potential productivity bonuses, quality performance incentives, or other forms of cash compensation. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and market factors in accordance with State law.
• Paid malpractice, including tail coverage
• Loan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.