University of Missouri School of Medicine
Neonatology Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant
Job Details:
Come work with a great team and support the care of newborns in the NICU.
This position will provide medical care for patients in the NICU in collaboration with or under the supervision of a neonatologist. Help teach our medical students, residents, and nursing staff neonatal resuscitation, performance of skilled procedures, and initial ventilator and other support management when a critically ill infant is admitted to the NICU.
Opportunity Highlights:
New Hospital Opening in June of 2024 with new NICU
Busy level III unit
Flexibility to work 12 and/or 24 hour shifts
No call
No transport duties
Ability to perform procedures
Attend deliveries/resuscitations
Collegial neonatologist and NICU staff
Competitive salary with outstanding university benefits
About Columbia, MO:
Be surprised by what Columbia has to offer from picturesque parks to award winning cuisine to amazing art and superb shopping. Columbia is more than a college town and surprisingly sophisticated.
Rated as one of the Top 10 most livable college towns in America by Strategistico.com July 2022
#6 Most affordable outdoorsy paces to live by Realator.com June 2022
#28 of the Best Places to Live in the US from CBS News April 2022
20% Population growth since 2016, low cost of living and great schools
Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone Countys largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
A Masters degree in Nursing is required.
A current RN license from the State of Missouri is required.
A current ARNP license from the State of Missouri is required.
Two years experience in neonatology is required.
National certification as NNP (national exam) is required.
Demonstrated job-related experience with and/or commitment to diversity in the work/academic environment is required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.