Neonatal Nurse Practitioner opening in North CarolinaFayetteville, North CarolinaFull time-Level III NICUPrimarily Night ShiftA large regional health system in southeastern North Carolina is seeking a Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join a collaborative and experienced NICU team. This opportunity offers a strong staffing model, structured orientation based on experience, competitive compensation with night differential and additional shift incentives, and the resources of a 1,000+ bed health system.Position Highlights Join an established Level III NICU Dedicated 44-bed neonatal unit 21 intensive care beds 23 intermediate care beds Care for newborns ranging from 23 weeks gestation through post-term Approximately 4,000 deliveries annually Large regional referral base for high-risk pregnancies 24-hour coverage for high-risk deliveries Dedicated neonatal ground transport team serving seven surrounding counties Current team includes 5 Board-Certified Neonatologists and 11 Certified NNPs Additional support from neonatal nurses, respiratory therapists, and other specialized staff Position primarily provides night shift coverage, with occasional day shifts based on staffing needs Structured orientation and intensive training program lasting approximately 3-12 months, depending on experience 144 total shifts annually, including clinical coverage, education days, and administrative time as scheduling permitsStaffing & Schedule Collaborative physician and NNP staffing model Each shift supported by: 2 Neonatologists - attending and backup physician 2 Neonatal Nurse Practitioners Day shift: 7:30 AM-8:30 PM Night shift: 8:00 PM-8:30 AM Flexible scheduling model Primarily night shifts with occasional daytime coverageCompensation & Benefits Highly competitive three-tier salary structure Providers with 6+ years of experience qualify for the top salary tier Night shift differential Annual Quality Improvement bonus Extra-shift incentive rate Paid malpractice insurance CME time and allowance 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Additional family-friendly employee benefitsQualifications Graduate of an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program Current NNP-BC certification Current or eligible North Carolina licensure Strong clinical assessment and critical-care skills Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary NICU team Commitment to providing high-quality care to premature, critically ill, and medically complex newbornsAbout Fayetteville, North CarolinaFayetteville offers an attractive combination of affordable living, a growing healthcare community, and convenient access to destinations throughout North Carolina. Affordable cost of living and housing Numerous public and private school options Growing medical and healthcare community Convenient access to Raleigh and Charlotte Within reach of both the North Carolina mountains and coast Excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation and weekend trips Family-friendly community with access to the amenities of a growing regional city
