Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology
Lubbock, TX
- Eligibility
- NPNeonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)
- Shift
- Rotating
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Posted Sep 11
Staffing and support
The posting does not state the assignment size, and nothing published names it for this unit.
Pay and benefits
- Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching
- Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Vacations
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- Holidays
- Well-being resources
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What's around it?
Living costs about 9% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,182/mo
- Household income
- $60,895/yr, all local households, not nurse pay
From Census ACS 2024.
About this role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our neonatal care team. As an NNP, you will have the opportunity to work with fragile newborns and their families, providing comprehensive care and support.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Responsibilities & Duties
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and evaluations of premature and critically ill newborns
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient
- Manage neonatal medications, treatments, and procedures
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the best possible patient outcomes
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- Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing education and support
- Stay current with the latest developments in neonatal care and research
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Qualifications & Skills
- Master’s degree in Nursing with specialization in Neonatal Care.
- Prior experience in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU).
- Strong skills in communication and family support.
- Experience with advanced medical technologies used in neonatal care.
- Demonstrated ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Sourced from Covenant Health’s careers page.
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Nurse Practitioner is advanced-practice territory. The long route; independence depends on your state.
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- Are there differentials or other recurring incentives?
- Does the employer cover malpractice and tail coverage, plus CME, licensing, and DEA support?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?