Neonatal Opening in Augusta, GA
Updated 12/01/25
Augusta, Georgia, United States
Physician Assistant
Neonatology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
### Neonatal Nurse Practitioner opening in Augusta, GA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Permanent position
### Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Care: Provide direct, high-quality care to neonates in the NICU, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of critically ill newborns and preterm infants
- Collaboration: Work closely with neonatologists, pediatricians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care
- Procedural Support: Assist in neonatal procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, lumbar punctures, and other NICU-related procedures, as needed
- Rounds and Documentation: Conduct daily rounds, including progress notes, assessments, and care plans for neonates in the NICU, ensuring timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Education & Training: Provide education and support to families of neonates, addressing concerns and providing guidance on infant care, development, and health issues
- Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives, adhering to clinical protocols and evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- On-Call Availability: Provide on-call support as needed, working with neonatology teams for urgent or emergent cases in the NICU
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### Schedule:
- This is a full-time position with benefits
- The work schedule consists of 12-hour or 24-hour shifts, with APPs typically working either from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM or 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM
- For those working 24-hour shifts, the expectation is to be scheduled for seven 24-hour shifts for ten months of the year, and eight 24-hour shifts for two months
- For those working 12-hour shifts, the expectation is to be scheduled for fourteen 12-hour shifts for eight months of the year, and fifteen 12-hour shifts for four months of the year
- The average daily census is 40 patients, with about 3 new admissions per day.
- On average, each APP will manage 8-12 patients per shift
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###Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) with a focus on neonatology.
- Licensing: Current licensure as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the state of Georgia or ability to obtain a NP license in the state of Georgia.
- Certification: Board certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP).
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a neonatal intensive care setting or related pediatric care environment (preferred)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a Level III or Level IV NICU.
- Advanced neonatal resuscitation and stabilization training (NRP).
- BLS and ACLS certification
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### Why work here?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative, patient-focused work environment
- Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options
- Access to cutting-edge technology and medical resources
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