Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Neonatology
Company: UTMB Health
Location: Galveston
Posted on: January 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Minimum Qualifications: - Master of Science in
Nursing or higher - Current valid license as registered nurse in
the state of Texas - Current NNP-BC certification from the National
Certification Corp (NCC) Board of Nurse Examiners - Full
authorization to practice by the Texas Board of Nursing - AHA/AAP
hospital-based provider for Neonatal Resuscitation Program Job
Summary: Provides advanced practice health care services to
high-risk newborns and infants who need intensive medical attention
due to low birth weights, prematurity, infections, congenital
anomalies, or other health conditions; as well as documentation of
services, collaborates with colleagues and clinical director,
supervises assigned support staff, participates in quality
assurance activities, and demonstrates a commitment to quality
health care. Job Duties: - Works independently to full scope of
practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with
acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability
for consultation and collaboration. - Performs individualized
history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive
of social determinants of health. - Orders and interprets
diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of
the patient. - Develops a comprehensive plan of care that
encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols,
Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations. -
Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological
treatments. - Provides appropriate education for current health
diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and
disease prevention applicable to the individual’s health and
socioeconomic status. - Monitors plan of care for
cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements,
while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others,
colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating
physician to enhance quality outcomes. - Facilitates patient
transition within and between health care services to ensure
accurate communication among the health care team. - Documents in a
timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for
and available for review by the interdisciplinary team. - Serve as
a clinical mentor and role model for professionalism,
communication, and teamwork with NP students, fellows, residents,
and other learners. Preferred Qualifications: - One year of
experience in Level III/IV NICU - Delivery room resuscitation and
stabilization experience Salary Range: Commensurate with
experience. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: UTMB Health strives to
provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation,
gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability,
veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional
policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction
is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes
affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and
individuals with disabilities.
Keywords: UTMB Health, Galveston , Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Neonatology, Healthcare , Galveston, Texas
