Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Neonatal ICU (.5 FTE)

About the role

Emplify Health by Gundersen in La Crosse, WI is seeking a 0.5 FTE Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join its established group of neonatologists and NNPs. Care is provided in an 18-bed, Level III NICU. This position will work 24 shifts or variable shifts based on organizational and unit needs.

Work environment

• Private-room NICU opened in January 2014 at Legacy Hospital
• Average daily census of 12; 270 admissions and 4,258 patient days in 2022
• Vermont Oxford outcomes among the best in the nation
• Dedicated pediatric respiratory therapy team supports conventional and high-frequency ventilation
• “Neonet” telemedicine program available across the tri-state service area
• Collaborative relationships with pediatric medical and surgical subspecialists, including PICU, Pediatric Surgery, and Pediatric Anesthesiology
• Active OB department delivered approximately 1,700+ newborns last year; 11–14% resulted in NICU admission
• Family-centered, Baby-Friendly care through mother-baby couplet program
• Pediatric department operates a certified pediatric medical home
• NNP staff provide transport support and attend high-risk deliveries

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited NNP program
• Eligibility to obtain licensure to practice in the multi-state region with no restrictions or limitations
• Advanced practice clinicians work under the direct supervision of a physician
• Clinician staff may need to provide outreach services as part of their role
• Teaching students, residents, fellows, or clinical staff is an expectation

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• CME funds
• Loan forgiveness
• Base retirement contribution and 401(k) matching program
• Malpractice, health, dental, life, and disability insurance