NNP, PNP-AC or PA - NICU Portland, ME
Maine Medical Center Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital in Portland, Maine — Maine’s only full-service Level IV NICU children’s hospital — is recruiting for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP): a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, or a Physician Associate/Assistant. This is a combined day and night position; new graduates with a strong neonatal background are encouraged to apply.
About the role
The APP will provide detailed and comprehensive assessment and treatment of neonatal patients within the framework of safe, patient- and family-centered care. Responsibilities include attending high-risk deliveries and serving as the lead on neonatal transports. The scope of practice encompasses developing and recording a plan of care in collaboration with families, multidisciplinary team members, and community resources for both chronic and episodic illnesses.
Responsibilities
- Perform detailed, comprehensive assessments and treatments of neonatal patients
- Attend high-risk deliveries
- Lead neonatal transports
- Develop and document care plans in collaboration with families, multidisciplinary teams, and community resources
Requirements
- Excellence in interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with all departments, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare team members
- Advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice, and/or additional specialized medical training, generally acquired through completion of concentrated study and clinical internship leading to a Master’s degree
- Analytical abilities necessary to obtain medical histories, conduct physical examinations, prepare complex treatment plans, and provide care for assigned patients with minimal guidance and direction
- Completion of accredited NNP, PNP Acute Care Certification, or PA program
- Current or pending license for Advanced Practice in the state of Maine
Benefits
- Variable scheduling with off-shift requirements (nights/weekends/holidays) shared equally within the group
- Recruitment payment
- Relocation assistance, if qualified
- CME reimbursement
- Comprehensive benefits package including recognition programs and career growth opportunities
Pay
The pay range for this position is $135,897 to $175,829 annually, based on the candidate’s level of experience. Total compensation packages may also include shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives, and other premiums.