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NNP - Neonatology - Fargo, ND

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Essentia Health

Fargo, North Dakota

Eligibility
Physician AssistantsPhysicians & Physician AssistantsAdvanced Practice Nurses

Posted Aug 11 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour rotating40 hours a week
Unit and setting
NICU
License
RN license NP/PAs provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
License
NP/PAs provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention.
License
Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state (if NP).
License
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in appropriate state.
Certification
Current certification in CPR; Require NRP Certification.
Certification
Preference for trained and certified as a Neonatal Practitioner.
Certification
National certification, in applicable area.
Certification
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.
Education
Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nurse Practitioner or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Physician Assistant program from an accredited program/institution.
Education
Master's degree in nursing
Also asks
1.0 FTE is equal to a minimum of 160 hours/month (or averaging thirteen 12hr-shifts per month); this will also adjust with growth of team/coverage model change
Also asks
New candidates will be considered, but must have background in Neonatology and/or a clinical rotation in NICU.
Also asks
Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.
Also asks
Fargo, ND
Also asks
Full-time status
Also asks
12-hour shifts from 7-7; as the team grows, these will be rotating between day and night shifts (7a-7p and 7p-7a). Shift hours may change as the team grows.
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Based at our 32nd Avenue Campus
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Average daily census: 8
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Level III NICU with in-house NICU transport team
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Individual NICU with 14 private rooms (couch/bed available for parents/guardians) with an in-house Ronald McDonald respite area available for families
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Will work independently; physician on-call availability for questions or emergent assessment.
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Ability to care for babies transitionally or acutely ill at 23-week gestation
Also asks
Prefer ability to perform the following procedures: intubation, chest tube placement, umbilical line placement, PICC placement, peripheral arterial line placement, LP's
Also asks
Responsibilities include Vermont Oxford Data input and interpretation
Also asks
New graduates will have a team orientation approach with our existing Advanced Practice Clinicians and Physicians.
Also asks
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision-making skills, the NP/PA works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals.
Also asks
They may care for patients as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

What it pays

Overtime pay
$127/hr

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life insurance
  • disability insurance
  • 401(k)
More benefits (3)
  • tuition reimbursement
  • paid time off
  • wellness resources

The role and schedule

Union
Union position
On call
No call

The workplace

Essentia Health logo
Essentia Health
Health system employer
Address
3000 32ND AVE SOUTH, FARGO, ND, 58104

Workplace: ESSENTIA HEALTH.

About ESSENTIA HEALTH

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekend, holiday, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

On your path

NICU / Neonatal is open from year one. Residencies hire in directly, and the unit's level sets the work.

Original listing

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Building location
32nd Avenue Building
Department
3001180 Neonatology - 32nd Clin

Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention.

Education

Qualifications

Neonatology

Fargo, ND

Our Neonatology team is seeking a practitioner to care for newborns at our Fargo, ND campus. Our NICU culture is built on compassion and teamwork with flourishing and progressive thinking individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of our littlest patients and their families. This opportunity will allow us to enhance our program’s development as our birthing population continues to increase throughout the market.

Full-time status 12-hour shifts from 7-7; as the team grows, these will be rotating between day and night shifts (7a-7p and 7p-7a). Shift hours may change as the team grows. 1.0 FTE is equal to a minimum of 160 hours/month (or averaging thirteen 12hr-shifts per month); this will also adjust with growth of team/coverage model change Based at our 32nd Avenue Campus Average daily census: 8 Level III NICU with in-house NICU transport team Individual NICU with 14 private rooms (couch/bed available for parents/guardians) with an in-house Ronald McDonald respite area available for families Will work independently; physician on-call availability for questions or emergent assessment.

Ability to care for babies transitionally or acutely ill at 23-week gestation Prefer ability to perform the following procedures: intubation, chest tube placement, umbilical line placement, PICC placement, peripheral arterial line placement, LP's Responsibilities include Vermont Oxford Data input and interpretation New candidates will be considered, but must have background in Neonatology and/or a clinical rotation in NICU. New graduates will have a team orientation approach with our existing Advanced Practice Clinicians and Physicians.

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision-making skills, the NP/PA works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. NP/PAs provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients as noted in age-related category and area of expertise. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.

Education/training

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nurse Practitioner or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Physician Assistant program from an accredited program/institution. Preference for trained and certified as a Neonatal Practitioner. New candidates will be considered, but must have background in Neonatology and/or a clinical rotation in NICU.

Licensure/certifications required

Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state (if NP). Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in appropriate state. Current certification in CPR; Require NRP Certification. National certification, in applicable area. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.

Location

Fargo, ND – one of the fastest growing economies in the Upper Midwest! Centrally located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota 3.5 hours northwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul Fargo-Moorhead population: 250,000 Regional Service area consists of 25 Clinics & 7 Hospitals

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Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.

Licensure/Certification

Qualifications

Master's degree in nursing

FTE

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

Weekends

Holidays

No

Call Obligation

No

Union

Compensation Range

$127,587.20 - $178,630.40

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

What's around it?

Essentia Health · Fargo, ND

Fargo, NDFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 9% below the US average

Median rent
$946/mo
Household income
$66,998/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Fargo, ND

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