What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - NICU position at CHRISTUS Health System?
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join our Level III NICU team in Shreveport, LA. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly collaborative group of neonatal providers dedicated to delivering exceptional care to critically ill and premature newborns.
The ideal candidate will have prior NICU experience and be comfortable managing high-acuity neonatal patients in both independent and team-based settings. This role includes a rotating schedule of days, nights, and weekends, providing comprehensive coverage for the NICU service.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide advanced neonatal care for patients in a Level III NICU
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage critically ill and premature newborns
- Participate in delivery attendance, including high-risk deliveries and C-sections
- Perform neonatal assessments, stabilization, and ongoing management
- Collaborate closely with neonatologists and multidisciplinary care teams
- Respond to urgent and emergent neonatal situations
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR
- Provide education and support to families throughout the NICU stay
Qualifications
- Current licensure as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
- National certification as an NNP
- Previous NICU experience required
- Candidates with prior NICU nursing experience may be considered depending on overall background and training
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to function independently in high-acuity situations
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Practice Highlights
- Level III NICU
- Established team consisting of 2 Neonatologists and 4 Advanced Practice Providers
- Work alongside a highly respected and supportive physician group
- Collaborative culture with strong provider retention and excellent team dynamics
- Balanced scheduling with shared coverage responsibilities among providers
- Day shifts include direct physician collaboration; overnight providers have physician call support available
Schedule & Compensation
- Rotating schedule consisting of 12-hour shifts
- Mix of days, nights, and weekends
- Schedule designed to provide equitable distribution of coverage among providers
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, PTO, CME allowance, and a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match