Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - NICU

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join our Level III NICU team in Shreveport, LA. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly collaborative group of neonatal providers dedicated to delivering exceptional care to critically ill and premature newborns.

The ideal candidate will have prior NICU experience and be comfortable managing high-acuity neonatal patients in both independent and team-based settings. This role includes a rotating schedule of days, nights, and weekends, providing comprehensive coverage for the NICU service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced neonatal care for patients in a Level III NICU
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage critically ill and premature newborns
• Participate in delivery attendance, including high-risk deliveries and C-sections
• Perform neonatal assessments, stabilization, and ongoing management
• Collaborate closely with neonatologists and multidisciplinary care teams
• Respond to urgent and emergent neonatal situations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR
• Provide education and support to families throughout the NICU stay

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
• National certification as an NNP
• Previous NICU experience required
• Candidates with prior NICU nursing experience may be considered depending on overall background and training
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to function independently in high-acuity situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Practice Highlights

• Level III NICU
• Established team consisting of 2 Neonatologists and 4 Advanced Practice Providers
• Work alongside a highly respected and supportive physician group
• Collaborative culture with strong provider retention and excellent team dynamics
• Balanced scheduling with shared coverage responsibilities among providers
• Day shifts include direct physician collaboration; overnight providers have physician call support available

Schedule & Compensation

• Rotating schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts
• Mix of days, nights, and weekends
• Schedule designed to provide equitable distribution of coverage among providers
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, PTO, CME allowance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match