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Essentia Health

Fargo, North Dakota

RN · Physician Assistants · Physicians & Physician Assistants · Advanced Practice Nurses

Posted Aug 11 · New grads welcomed

Shift
12-hour rotating
Hours a week
40
Unit
NICU

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
12-hour rotating · 40 hours
Term
Permanent
On the floor
No call
Practice
Union position
Setting
Telehealth
Accepts
RN
More role details
Experience
New graduates

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Overtime
$127/hr

About this role

Building Location

32nd Avenue Building

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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

For questions contact

Brielle Humbird | 701.364.5825 | Brielle. Humbird@EssentiaHealth.org

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.

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New graduates will have a team orientation approach with our existing Advanced Practice Clinicians and Physicians. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant· from this posting

Requirements

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Master's degree in nursing

Place

City
Fargo, North Dakota
Median rent
$946/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$66,998/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
9% below the national average

Fargo area index 90.9, where 100 is the national average.

Address
3000 32ND AVE SOUTH, FARGO, ND, 58104

Fargo sits on the Red River along North Dakota's eastern edge, offering a friendly college-town atmosphere backed by steady healthcare demand. The city balances Midwest practicality with cultural amenities from nearby universities, making it an approachable landing spot for nurses seeking reliability over hustle.

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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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