Neonatal Nurse Practitioner- Sign on bonus!

Job Requirements

Company Description

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade ‘A’ hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Job Description

The University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center , a member of the University of Maryland Medical System , is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Physician Assistant to join the NICU team in Towson, Maryland. This position is eligible for a $15,000 sign-on/retention bonus.

• This position will focus on providing the highest quality care to high-risk infants in a Level III B NICU
• Responsibilities include comprehensive H&P, management and treatment of at-risk newborns, delivery room attendance and infant stabilization
• Daily rounds with multidisciplinary team, including registered dietitian, NICU pharmacist, social work/case management, respiratory therapist
• Providing care for premature and high-risk infants, including HFOV
• Consulting services with Level 4 NICU and specialty services at University of Maryland Medical Center
• Required to work rotating days/nights, holidays and weekends to ensure 24/7 unit coverage.
• Flexible scheduling; The ideal candidate will be willing to work rotating day and night 12 hr shifts
• $2500 per year of CE money (prorated by FTE)
• Opportunity for professional growth the Advanced Practice Provider Professional Advancement Model
• NICU overview: 18 beds open bay unit, moving to New 16 bed semiprivate room NICU opening in 2026
• Both experienced and newly graduated NNPs encouraged to apply!
• The successful candidate will have completed an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program and will have, or be eligible for, a Maryland NNP license.
• Physician Assistant candidates must have 1-2 years of NICU experience to be considered
• SJMC is a CMS 5-Star, Leapfrog Grade ‘A’ hospital and ranked the #1 community hospital in Maryland by the U.S. News and World Report.
• This is an outstanding opportunity to join an excellent institution, healthcare system, and team.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s Degree (Required)
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Neonatal Registered Nurse Practitioner (Required)

Experience and Skills

• Required Skills : Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Basic Computer Skills, Excellent Organizational Skills, Strong Customer Services Skills, Proven Analytical Skills

Additional Information

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Compensation

• Pay Range: $61.16-$67.32
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide