Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Riley Children's at Community Hospitals

Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nationally recognized team in Indianapolis. As a leader in neonatal care, Riley Children’s treats more than 3,500 newborns annually across its Level IV and Level III NICUs. Our multidisciplinary team—comprised of board-certified neonatologists, advanced practice providers, and pediatric subspecialists—delivers comprehensive, lifesaving care that often begins prenatally and continues through the NICU stay and beyond.

We work closely with maternal‑fetal medicine, pediatric surgical and medical subspecialties, and neurodevelopmental follow-up programs to ensure seamless, family-centered care. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic academic environment where your clinical expertise, passion for teaching, and commitment to innovation will make a lasting impact.

This position will primarily support the Level III NICU's in the Community Health Network
. The hospitals offer 24/7 access to in-house Riley neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, and a full range of pediatric subspecialists via consultation. A portion of the FTE will be at Community Hospital East. Recognized as one of Indiana’s Perinatal Centers and named "Best Place to Deliver a Baby" by Indy Star, the unit has received multiple awards for excellence in maternal and neonatal care.

• Community Hospital North: 48 beds—including 42 private suites
• Community Hospital East: 16 beds—including 14 private rooms and 2 mother/baby suites
• Community Hospital Westfield: 12 beds—opening soon

• Attend deliveries of high-risk neonatal patients
• Care for neonatal patients requiring ICU level care; develop plan of care
• Perform procedures including intubations, PICC, UAL/UVL, chest tube placement and management, lumbar puncture, and thoracentesis
• Provision of patient and family centered care
• Active participation in quality and safety initiatives
• Active participation in Department of Neonatology and Advanced Practice provider service specific educational and improvement initiatives
• 24‑hr shifts are an expectation of the role and include in‑house Neo coverage during the day. In‑house Neo coverage at night varies by location.

• Masters degree required
• NNP or PA‑Neonatal certification required
• At least 2 years of APP experience at a Level II or IV NICU setting
• Delivery room experience
• Proven ability to provide independent APP coverage during night shifts, managing acute neonatal care
• Fully credential led in all required procedures, as defined by institutional standards

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Indianapolis, Indiana