Advanced Practice Provider - Neonatology

FTE: 0.6 to 1.0 (Flexible based on candidate interest and program needs)

Shift: Varies (Includes days, nights, and weekends)

Location: Seattle, WA & Regional Sites (Level II-IV)

Seattle Children’s seeks a dedicated and resilient Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP) team. This opportunity allows you to practice at the top of your license in a fast‑paced, high‑stress environment, providing critical care to neonates across our expansive regional program.

• Clinical Excellence: Assessment, diagnosis, initiation of treatment, performance of life‑saving procedures, and evaluation of outcomes.
• Collaboration: Working in a tiered system (Level II‑IV) across seven institutions throughout the Pacific Northwest.
• Professional Growth: Engagement in clinical research, education, consultation, and evaluation of clinical practice.

• Resilience: Ability to thrive and remain calm in high‑acuity, high‑pressure situations.
• Collaborative Spirit: A team player who values interdependent practice and works seamlessly with neonatologists, fellows, and nursing staff.
• Critical Thinking: Strong diagnostic and clinical decision‑making skills for a diverse patient population ranging from micro‑preemies to infants with complex surgical needs.

For Nurse Practitioners:
Master’s degree specifically in a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program, current NNP certification required.

For Physician Assistants:
Graduate of a nationally accredited Physician Assistant program, current PA‑C certification required.

• Washington State licensure (ARNP or PA‑C).
• DEA registration for the State of Washington.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support):
  Required within 6 months of hire for those rotating through our Level IV NICU.

$89,293 – $218,876 per year. This position is currently eligible for an off‑shift premium of up to 12% which would increase total compensation by $10,715 to $26,265 per year.

• This position is eligible for relocation for qualified candidates.

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 are available online.

Seattle Children’s welcomes people of all experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts. Our organization recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes based on merit without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Seattle Children’s is a proud Equal Opportunity Workplace and affirmative action employer.