WashU Medicine seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in Springfield, MO.

This is a unique opportunity to join a compassionate and growing neonatal care team serving families across beautiful Springfield and the surrounding region. The NNP will be employed by the prestigious Washington University (WashU) while working in coordination with Missouris #1 Childrens Hospital all while being in the heart of the Ozarks.

Provides advanced clinical care to premature, critically ill and medically complex newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and affiliated newborn care settings. Works collaboratively with neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary team members to deliver evidence-based neonatal care.

The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical decision-making skills in neonatal resuscitation, invasive procedural management (including intubation, umbilical lines, and chest tubes), and autonomous management of complex premature infants from admission to discharge.  The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with provide expertise in managing high-acuity, critically ill neonates in a Level III/IV NICU setting. 

Hours:

Full-time; 24-hour shifts and 12-hour shifts (6:30 AM-6:30 PM).

Springfield, Missouri and Surrounding Communities:

This role offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive healthcare community while enjoying the quality of life found in southwest Missouri.

Springfield, and the nearby communities of Nixa, Ozark, Republic and Branson offer a welcoming community, excellent schools, affordable living, and easy access to outdoor recreations, entertainment and family-friendly activities. Enjoy nearby lakes, hiking trails, vibrant local dining, and weekend getaways to Branson and the surrounding scenic region.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of neonatal patients in the NICU setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to critically ill and premature infants.
• Preform advanced neonatal procedures including intubation, line placement, lumbar puncture, and neonatal resuscitation.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding patient status, treatment plans, and education.
• Participate in delivery attendance for high-risk births.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation via EPIC EMR.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based neonatal practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters or Doctoral degree from an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program.
• APN licensure or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire.
• Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirement).

Preferred Qualifications:.

• Current Missouri APRN license or eligibility for licensure.
• National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC).
• Current NRP certification.
• Experience in Level III or Level IV NICU settings.
• Strong clinical judgement, communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered and family-focused care.
• Ability to manage high-acuity neonatal patients in coordination with the 24/7 in house neonatologist.
• Delivery room experience.

Benefits:

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.