Neonatal Nurse Practitioner- Sign on bonus

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Physician Assistant

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.

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

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Compensation:

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