NP - Neonatology

Opportunity. Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology. Job Details. Level IV, 56-bed NICU with very high acuity patients. APPs work in collaboration with MDs and oversee the daily care of patients as a provider. Primarily nights and weekend shifts available with some day shifts; day-shift-only candidates will not be considered. Weekday shift times (Monday Friday): Day shift 7:00 AM 5:00 PM, Evening/Night shift 4:00 PM 8:00 AM. Weekend shift times (Saturday Sunday): Day shift 7:00 AM 7:00 PM, Evening/Night shift 7:00 PM 7:00 AM. 24-hour shifts can be accommodated any day of the week. Minimum of 6 shifts per month required; candidates must be able to block their time. During day shifts there can be 5 6 APPs on shift; during evenings, nights, and weekends there can be 3 APPs on shift. Available shift dates in January, February, March, and April are as follows. January: 4th (7a 5p), 5th (7a 5p), 9th (7p 7a), 10th (7a 7p x2 and 7p 7a), 14th (24 hours), 16th (7p 7a), 19th (7a 5p x3 and 4p 8a), 20th (7a 5p x2 and 4p 8a x2), 24th (7a 7p x2), 25th (7a 5p x2), 26th (7a 5p), 27th (7a 5p), 28th (7a 5p x2), 29th (7a 5p), 31st (7a 7p and 7p 7a). February: 1st (4p 8a x2), 7th (7p 7a), 11th (7a 5p x2), 14th (7a 7p), 15th (7a 5p x2), 16th (7a 5p), 18th (7a 5p), 19th (7a 5p), 22nd (7a 5p x2), 26th (7a 5p). March: 1st (7a 5p x3 and 4p 8a), 2nd (7a 5p x3 and 4p 8a x3), 3rd (4p 8a), 4th (7a 5p x2 and 4p 8a), 5th (7a 5p), 10th (7a 5p), 11th (7a 5p x3), 12th (7a 5p x4), 14th (24 hours), 16th (4p 8a), 17th (4p 8a), 18th (7a 5p x2), 19th (7a 5p), 20th (24 hours), 21st (7p 7a x2), 22nd (7a 5p), 24th (24 hours), 26th (7a 5p x3 and 4p 8a), 28th (24 hours), 29th (7a 5p x2 and 4p 8a), 30th (24 hours), 31st (4p 8a). April: 2nd (7a 5p and 4p 8a x2), 3rd (7a 7p and 7p 7a x2). APPs must be able to perform ground and air transport; transport orientation includes two one-hour online training courses and a 45-minute in-person training session. Required skills include: PICC lines, UVC/UAC lines, chest tubes, lumbar punctures, and intubations. Approximately 10 patient encounters per shift. BLS and PALS certifications required. Board certification required (minimum: certified). Fellowship required. IMLC accepted. Pennsylvania PA license preferred; candidates who have begun the PA licensure application process may be considered. Facility. This facility is a leading academic medical center affiliated with a major state university, offering a full spectrum of advanced medical services including a Level I Trauma Center and a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center. The neonatology department operates a Level IV NICU, one of the highest acuity designations available, providing specialized care for critically ill and premature newborns. The facility is recognized for its commitment to innovation, education, and exceptional patient outcomes in a collaborative and supportive clinical environment. Location. Hershey, PA. Hershey, Pennsylvania, famously known as "The Sweetest Place on Earth," offers a unique blend of small-town charm and rich cultural attractions, including world-class entertainment and outdoor recreation nestled in the scenic Pennsylvania countryside. Its central location provides easy access to major cities such as Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, making it a wonderful place to live and work.