Neonatology Nurse Practitioner

National practice of Neonatologists and Pediatric Specialists is looking for an NNP to join talented team in Reno, Nevada.

Unit Type: Level 2 transitioning to Level 3 within the next year

Schedule: 7 days a month is fulltime, and you typically work 12 or 24 hr. shifts

Current Unit Size: 12 beds with plans for expansion

Annual Deliveries: Approximately 1,400

Average Daily Census: 6.9

• Manage infants born at 32 weeks gestational age or later and weighing 1,500 grams or more
• Oversee convalescing infants after intensive care
• Care for infants with moderate illness expected to resolve without requiring higher-level care
• Manage infants needing mechanical ventilation for less than 24 hours
• Stabilize and transfer infants born less than 32 weeks gestational age and less than 1,500 grams
• Care for infants with a gestational age of 34 6/7 weeks or younger
• Provide care for low-birth-weight infants who are not ill but require more frequent feeding or extended nursing care
• Deliver cardiopulmonary resuscitation and continuous cardiac monitoring as needed
• Administer supplemental oxygen and intravenous fluids/antibiotics post-transition period
• Manage scheduled gavage feedings
• Treat infants exposed to perinatal substance abuse, including neonatal abstinence scoring and pharmacologic treatment
• Address any additional circumstances identified by the physician or advanced practice nurse (APN) that warrant NICU level care

Compensation: Salary negotiable

Annual Admissions: Approximately 1,100

The Community:

Reno, NV, offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and urban amenities, making it an attractive place to live. With its proximity to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada mountains, residents enjoy year-round activities like skiing, hiking, and boating. The city boasts a lower cost of living compared to many major metropolitan areas, along with a growing tech industry and a vibrant arts scene. Reno also has a strong sense of community, with friendly neighborhoods and numerous local events. Additionally, its location provides easy access to both the tranquility of nature and the excitement of nearby cities like San Francisco.