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Neonatology Nurse Practitioner jobs are open across hospital systems, children's hospitals, and academic medical centers, from new graduate to experienced NP levels, with specializations in critical neonatal care, NICU management, and high-risk infant follow-up. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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IU Health Medical Group is hiring! We are seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Manager to join our team at Riley Hospital.
Position Details:
- Full-time, rotating schedule, 40 hours/week
- 10's, 16 and 24-hour shifts (day shift for at least 6 months- then can transition to nights)
- 100% Inpatient (50% Clinical and 50% Administrative)
- 60 plus beds NICU
- Join a team of 59 physicians and 81 APPs
Key Responsibilities:
- The Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider Clinical Operations Manager provides clinical and frontline leadership to the Neonatal Practitioners and Physician Assistants in the Riley Hospital for Children’s VanDyke Level IV NICU.
- In collaboration with the NICU Medical Director, APP Clinical Director, APP Director of Transport, Education, and Professional Practice, and the NICU Nursing Director, the Neonatal APP Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day clinical activities of the NNP/PA staff, ensuring that patient care delivery is safe, evidence-based, and high quality.
- The Neonatal APP Clinical Operations Manager works with physician, nursing, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, nutrition, social work colleagues and the NNP/PA staff to coordinate medical management of patient care and consistently communicates new information and evaluates the adoption and application of hospital and regulatory policies and practices.
- In addition, the Neonatal AP Clinical Manager assists the Neonatal Advanced Practice Directors with administrative efforts in the management of clinical functions related to personnel and policy in order to meet the mission of patient care, education, quality, safety, and research within a fiscally responsible organization.
Qualifications:
- Current Indiana license and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
- Master’s Degree in Nursing.
- Minimum of five years’ experience as an NNP in a Level 3+ NICU.
- Demonstrated successful job performance in a complex, high-acuity, NICU environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to perform as role model to NNP and NICU nursing staff.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong written skills and computer literacy (word, excel, power point, search engines).
- Knowledge of evidence based practice concepts and continuous quality improvement processes within and across services and units.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of patient and family centered care.
- Strong desire to work collaboratively and to develop and lead interprofessional teams.
- Strong desire to become knowledgeable of management and leadership principles and practices.
- Strong desire to become a champion/leader of quality performance and process improvement initiatives.
IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage.
See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
For 100 years, Riley Hospital for Children has been one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Each year, Riley Hospital provides compassionate care, support and comfort to more than 300,000 inpatients and outpatients from across Indiana, the nation and the world. Physicians at Riley Hospital provide comprehensive care, from the routine to the most complex, in every field of pediatric medicine and surgery.
Riley Hospital is nationally ranked in 11 specialties as a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report, with national rankings in all ten pediatric specialties (including two specialties in the top ten), and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana. Part of Indiana University Health, Riley Hospital enjoys a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, giving our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.
In addition, Riley Hospital is ranked sixth in the nation for NIH Research funding, totaling more than $38.5 million in 2023. The Children's Clinical Research Center, located at Riley Hospital, is one of the largest pediatric research facilities in the country. Riley Hospital also offers one of the nation's largest outpatient care facilities for children.
At Riley Hospital for Children, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.
We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Indiana University Health and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.
IU Health Medical Group is hiring! We are seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Manager to join our team at Riley Hospital.
Position Details:
- Full-time, rotating schedule, 40 hours/week
- 10's, 16 and 24-hour shifts (day shift for at least 6 months- then can transition to nights)
- 100% Inpatient (50% Clinical and 50% Administrative)
- 60 plus beds NICU
- Join a team of 59 physicians and 81 APPs
Key Responsibilities:
- The Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider Clinical Operations Manager provides clinical and frontline leadership to the Neonatal Practitioners and Physician Assistants in the Riley Hospital for Children’s VanDyke Level IV NICU.
- In collaboration with the NICU Medical Director, APP Clinical Director, APP Director of Transport, Education, and Professional Practice, and the NICU Nursing Director, the Neonatal APP Clinical Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day clinical activities of the NNP/PA staff, ensuring that patient care delivery is safe, evidence-based, and high quality.
- The Neonatal APP Clinical Operations Manager works with physician, nursing, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, nutrition, social work colleagues and the NNP/PA staff to coordinate medical management of patient care and consistently communicates new information and evaluates the adoption and application of hospital and regulatory policies and practices.
- In addition, the Neonatal AP Clinical Manager assists the Neonatal Advanced Practice Directors with administrative efforts in the management of clinical functions related to personnel and policy in order to meet the mission of patient care, education, quality, safety, and research within a fiscally responsible organization.
Qualifications:
- Current Indiana license and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
- Master’s Degree in Nursing.
- Minimum of five years’ experience as an NNP in a Level 3+ NICU.
- Demonstrated successful job performance in a complex, high-acuity, NICU environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to perform as role model to NNP and NICU nursing staff.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong written skills and computer literacy (word, excel, power point, search engines).
- Knowledge of evidence based practice concepts and continuous quality improvement processes within and across services and units.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of patient and family centered care.
- Strong desire to work collaboratively and to develop and lead interprofessional teams.
- Strong desire to become knowledgeable of management and leadership principles and practices.
- Strong desire to become a champion/leader of quality performance and process improvement initiatives.
IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage.
See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health
Healthcare System/Hospital Description
For 100 years, Riley Hospital for Children has been one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Each year, Riley Hospital provides compassionate care, support and comfort to more than 300,000 inpatients and outpatients from across Indiana, the nation and the world. Physicians at Riley Hospital provide comprehensive care, from the routine to the most complex, in every field of pediatric medicine and surgery.
Riley Hospital is nationally ranked in 11 specialties as a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report, with national rankings in all ten pediatric specialties (including two specialties in the top ten), and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana. Part of Indiana University Health, Riley Hospital enjoys a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, giving our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.
In addition, Riley Hospital is ranked sixth in the nation for NIH Research funding, totaling more than $38.5 million in 2023. The Children's Clinical Research Center, located at Riley Hospital, is one of the largest pediatric research facilities in the country. Riley Hospital also offers one of the nation's largest outpatient care facilities for children.
At Riley Hospital for Children, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued.
We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Indiana University Health and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in neonatology nurse practitioner jobs.
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree required
- Active NP licensure and national certification such as NNP-BC or CPNP-AC
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification
- Minimum two years of NICU clinical experience at Level III or Level IV
- Proficiency in neonatal procedures including intubation, arterial line placement, and chest tube management
- Experience with mechanical ventilation and respiratory support in preterm and full-term neonates
Tips for Your Neonatology Nurse Practitioner Job Search
Tailor your resume to NICU acuity
Hiring managers want to see the specific patient populations you've managed. List the acuity level of the NICU units you've worked in, whether Level II, III, or IV, and call out procedures like intubation, umbilical line placement, and ventilator management by name.
Highlight your NRP and specialty certifications
Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification is non-negotiable for most postings, and many employers also want to see CPNP-AC or NNP-BC credentials. Put these in a dedicated certifications section near the top of your resume so they're visible before a recruiter reads further.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists neonatology nurse practitioner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by NICU level and system size
A Level IV regional NICU at a children's hospital and a community Level II unit have different expectations for scope of practice. When searching, filter by facility type and read the job description carefully to match your clinical experience to what the employer actually needs.
Prepare for clinical scenario interviews
Neonatology interviews often include real case scenarios, like managing a 28-week infant with respiratory distress or a hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy protocol. Practice talking through your clinical reasoning out loud, referencing the specific tools and protocols you've used, not just textbook answers.
Negotiate schedule and call expectations early
NICU roles vary widely in on-call burden, weekend rotations, and shift structure. Bring these questions up after an offer is extended but before you sign. Knowing whether you'll carry a pager or take call from home changes the total picture of any position.
Neonatology Nurse Practitioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most neonatology nurse practitioners?
The companies hiring the most neonatology nurse practitioners right now include Indiana University Health, RWJBarnabas Health, and Dartmouth Health, with the largest share of openings in Indiana, Missouri, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Children's hospital systems and academic medical centers with Level III and Level IV NICUs tend to post the most consistently.
How many neonatology nurse practitioner jobs are remote?
About 25% of neonatology nurse practitioner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical nature of the role. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include neonatal telehealth consultation, high-risk infant follow-up clinics, and care coordination positions that do not require direct bedside care.
How do you become a neonatology nurse practitioner?
Start by earning a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice with an acute care or neonatal focus, then pass the NNP-BC examination through the National Certification Corporation or the CPNP-AC through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. Build RN experience in a Level III or IV NICU before or during your graduate program, and obtain Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification, which is required at virtually every NICU employer.
Can you get hired as a neonatology nurse practitioner with little experience?
Some hospital systems hire new graduate NNPs into structured fellowship or residency programs designed specifically for NPs transitioning from NICU RN roles, so prior NICU experience as a registered nurse is the most common bridge into entry-level NP positions. Applying to fellowship-track postings, targeting community Level II NICUs with smaller patient volumes, and being flexible on shift structure can improve your chances when you're early in your NP career.
What does the neonatology nurse practitioner interview process look like?
Most neonatology NP interviews involve an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a clinical panel interview with a neonatologist, the NP team lead, and sometimes nursing leadership. Expect at least one clinical case scenario where you walk through assessment and management of a complex neonate out loud. Some institutions include a credentialing review or observed skills check before extending a final offer.
Where can I find and apply to neonatology nurse practitioner jobs?
You can find and apply to neonatology nurse practitioner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospital systems and children's hospitals across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification, clinical background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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