Neonatal Advanced Practice Practitioner (NP or PA)
Updated 12/22/25
$130,000
– $195,000
yearly
Aurora, Colorado, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Neonatology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
Other
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job description
Job description
Join our Aurora, CO Team!
Neonatal Advanced Practice Practitioner (NP or PA)
Salary Range: $130,499 to $195,749 annually + bonus
Requirements to Apply
Neonatal APP Job in Aurora, CO – $130K–$195K + Bonus – Level IV NICU | Flexible Scheduling | Leadership & Mentorship Opportunities
Job Overview
We are seeking Neonatal Advanced Practice Practitioners (NPs or PAs) to join our Level IV NICU team in Aurora, CO. This full-time opportunity offers flexible scheduling (minimum 20 hours/week for benefits eligibility) with multiple FTEs available. In this role, you will provide family-centered care to infants and toddlers up to age two—delivering primary, acute, chronic, and critical care. Responsibilities include performing histories and physicals, managing acute and chronic conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, prescribing medications, and making referrals as appropriate. APPs serve as both direct care providers and clinical leaders, with opportunities to mentor, precept, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Shifts include 24-hour (6:00am–6:00am) coverage with options for 12-hour day or night shifts. Weekend, holiday, and call responsibilities are required. Standard scheduling is based on 6-week blocks, with a 0.9 FTE equating to ~3 twelve-hour shifts per week or 1–2 twenty-four-hour shifts per week.
What Are the Benefits?
Where?
Aurora, CO is a thriving community offering the perfect blend of city convenience and outdoor adventure. Just minutes from Denver and at the gateway to the Rocky Mountains, Aurora boasts cultural attractions, diverse dining, and world-class recreation. Whether you’re hiking, skiing, or exploring the arts, this location offers an ideal work-life balance.
Who Are We?
We are a mission-driven healthcare organization dedicated to providing expert, evidence-based neonatal care in a collaborative, family-centered setting. Our Level III NICU is home to advanced technology and a skilled team of physicians, nurses, and APPs committed to innovation, quality, and compassionate care. By joining our team, you will help shape the future of neonatal medicine while supporting families during their most critical moments.
Neonatal Advanced Practice Practitioner (NP or PA)
Salary Range: $130,499 to $195,749 annually + bonus
Requirements to Apply
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program (Master’s degree required)
- Active RN & APRN license (for NPs) or Physician Assistant license (for PAs)
- Prescriptive Authority License & Board Certification (NNP or PA-C with neonatal experience)
- BLS/CPR (AHA), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred
- Minimum 3 years of combined RN, NP, or PA neonatal experience (high-risk neonatal preferred)
Neonatal APP Job in Aurora, CO – $130K–$195K + Bonus – Level IV NICU | Flexible Scheduling | Leadership & Mentorship Opportunities
Job Overview
We are seeking Neonatal Advanced Practice Practitioners (NPs or PAs) to join our Level IV NICU team in Aurora, CO. This full-time opportunity offers flexible scheduling (minimum 20 hours/week for benefits eligibility) with multiple FTEs available. In this role, you will provide family-centered care to infants and toddlers up to age two—delivering primary, acute, chronic, and critical care. Responsibilities include performing histories and physicals, managing acute and chronic conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, prescribing medications, and making referrals as appropriate. APPs serve as both direct care providers and clinical leaders, with opportunities to mentor, precept, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Shifts include 24-hour (6:00am–6:00am) coverage with options for 12-hour day or night shifts. Weekend, holiday, and call responsibilities are required. Standard scheduling is based on 6-week blocks, with a 0.9 FTE equating to ~3 twelve-hour shifts per week or 1–2 twenty-four-hour shifts per week.
What Are the Benefits?
- Competitive base pay ($62.74 – $94.11/hr; annualized $130,499 – $195,749)
- Pay dependent on experience
- Annual performance-based bonus eligibility
- Annual merit increases based on performance
- Paid sick leave and robust wellness program
- Relocation assistance available depending on candidate needs
- Leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
- Preceptor and teaching roles encouraged
- Access to advanced NICU technology and an interprofessional team environment
Where?
Aurora, CO is a thriving community offering the perfect blend of city convenience and outdoor adventure. Just minutes from Denver and at the gateway to the Rocky Mountains, Aurora boasts cultural attractions, diverse dining, and world-class recreation. Whether you’re hiking, skiing, or exploring the arts, this location offers an ideal work-life balance.
Who Are We?
We are a mission-driven healthcare organization dedicated to providing expert, evidence-based neonatal care in a collaborative, family-centered setting. Our Level III NICU is home to advanced technology and a skilled team of physicians, nurses, and APPs committed to innovation, quality, and compassionate care. By joining our team, you will help shape the future of neonatal medicine while supporting families during their most critical moments.
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service