Advanced Practice Provider - Neonatology

We are open to a range of 0.6 to 1.0 FTE, based on candidate interest and program needs.

We are searching for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our neonatal intensive care APP team—someone who works well in a fast-paced, high-stress setting. In this position, you will provide critical care to neonates within our regional program. Seattle Children’s provides NICU services across the Pacific Northwest in 7 institutions, ranging from Level II‑IV. Neonatal APPs provide medical services for neonates with acute and chronic conditions, including independent and interdependent responsibilities in the assessment, diagnosis, initiation of treatment, procedures, and evaluation of outcomes.

The APP is involved in education, consultation, research, and evaluation of clinical practice at various NICUs.

We are a highly specialized team that provides direct care and assumes responsibility for the clinical management of neonatal patients. Seattle Children’s main campus NICU is a Level IV NICU with 38 beds, including ECMO management. The unit is jointly staffed with in‑house neonatologists, neonatal critical care fellows and advanced practice providers who equally share patient care responsibilities. Within the community, we have three Level III NICUs and three Level II NICUs;

the SCH Neonatal APP team provides care in collaboration with neonatologists.

Nurse practitioners are required to have, at minimum, a Master’s Degree as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.

Physician Assistants‑Certified (PA‑C) are required to graduate from a nationally accredited physician assistant program.

Neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP) required for nurse practitioners.

Physician Assistant Certified (PA‑C) required for physician assistants.

NRP certification.

PALS certification required within 6 months of hire if working in Seattle Children’s Level IV NICU.

Licensure (ARNP or PA‑C) in the state of WA.

DEA registration for the state of WA.

• Experience in the neonatal nurse practitioner role.
• Experience in a Level III NICU as a registered nurse.
• One year work experience in a neonatal intensive care unit, Level II or higher.
• Experience in the neonatal Physician Assistant role.
• Experience in a Level III NICU as a PA‑C.

$87,321 – $214,041 per year.

Note:

This position is currently eligible for an off‑shift premium of up to 12% which would increase the total compensation of this role by an additional $10,478.52 – $25,684.92 per year.

This position is eligible for relocation for qualified candidates.

This compensation range was calculated based on full‑time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

This compensation range is specific to Seattle; positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors.

Seattle Children’s offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found on our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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