Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider — High-Risk NICU Leader

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Advanced Practice Provider Portland, ME Location: Portland, ME Schedule: Full Time Job Category: Advanced Practice Provider Req #: 68614 Date Posted: May 20, 2026 Maine Medical Center Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital in Portland, Maine - Maine’s only full-service Level IV NICU children’s hospital is recruiting for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP); a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, or a Physician Associate/Assistant. This is a combined day and night position and new grads with a strong neonatal background are encouraged to apply. The APP will provide detailed and comprehensive assessment and treatment of neonatal patients within the framework of safe patient and family centered care. The APP will be responsible for attending high-risk deliveries, as well as functioning as the lead on neonatal transports. The scope of practice encompasses the development and recording of a plan for care in collaboration with family, multidisciplinary team members, and community resources for both chronic and episodic illnesses. Desired Qualifications & Experience Excellence in interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with all MHMMC departments, families, and members of the multidisciplinary health care team. Advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice, and/or additional specialized medical training, to provide expanded practice at a level generally acquired through completion of concentrated study and clinical internship leading to a Master's Degree. Analytical abilities necessary to obtain medical histories, conduct physical examinations, prepare complex treatment plans, and provide care for assigned patients with minimal guidance and direction. What We Offer Our position offers variable scheduling. Off shift requirements (nights/weekends/holidays) are shared equally within the group. In addition, we offer a recruitment payment; relocation assistance, if qualified; CME reimbursement, and other great benefits. Education Completion of accredited NNP, PNP Acute Care Certification or PA. Licensure Current license for Advanced Practice in the state of Maine or pending license. MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to [email protected]. MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization