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Job description
PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Opportunity
Mercyhealth has an exciting PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner opportunity to join our excellent NICU team in Rockford, Illinois. This position allows you to provide advanced, evidence-based care for critically ill and premature newborns in a high-acuity environment while working alongside experienced neonatologists, pediatric subspecialists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
Opportunity:
Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Highly competitive compensation: $69 - $80 hourly
EPIC EMR
Vast multi-specialty referral sources
501c3 non-for-profit
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Neonatal NP program
National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
Hold an active state APRN license
Hold an active state DEA licese, or eligible
Hold an actice BLS and NRP certifications, or eligible
Preferred experience as a beside registered nurse in a level III NICU
Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills
About Mercyhealth:
Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.
With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!
About the Community:
Rockford, the third-largest city in Illinois, has long been an industrial hub with a rich history rooted in manufacturing and innovation. Established in 1834, Rockford is known for its role in the furniture-making industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Over time, the city has transformed into a vibrant, modern community with a strong cultural scene, thriving arts, and a variety of outdoor activities. Rockford is home to beautiful parks like the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, and the Rock River provides opportunities for boating and fishing. The city also hosts numerous events, including the Rockford IceHogs hockey games and the Illinois Raptor Center. With its historical significance and diverse amenities, Rockford is a great destination for both history buffs and adventure seekers.
Cost of living: Rockford has a low cost of living with affordable housing and utility rates.
Known for: The Rock River, the Anderson Japanese Gardens, and the city's rich history in manufacturing
History: Rockford, founded in 1834, has a history rooted in industrial and manufacturing growth, becoming known as the "City of Gardens."
Learn more:
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Rockford History Tour
Rockford: The City of Gardens
Exploring Rockford's Manufacturing Heritage
Rock River Adventures
Worksite address
rockford, IL, 61103, US
Who can apply
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