NP - Neonatology job in Amarillo TX

Per Diem Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Pediatrix Medical Group is seeking per diem Neonatal Nurse Practitioners to join our well-established practice at Baptist St. Anthony's (BSA) Health System in Amarillo, TX. Operated by BSA Health System, the facility is committed to maintaining their strong regional reputation as perinatal leaders.

Job Description

• A Level III, 21-bed unit, our practice covers in-house deliveries and part of the well-baby nursery
• There are 2,000 deliveries annually with an average daily census of 14
• Unit has the capabilities of HFOV, nitric oxide, whole body cooling capability and has strong surgical and sub-specialty consult support
• Neonatal Transport Team available 24/7
• 24-hour in-house NNP shifts

Requirements

• TX medical license or active IMLC license, preferred
• Current APRN national specialty certification required
• Minimum of a master's degree and 1 year post-grad clinical experience required
• Recent NNP experience required (within the past 12 months)

Benefits

• Pediatrix covers your travel expenses (round trip flight/rental car or mileage and lodging) for those who reside outside a commutable distance from the practice
• Coverage of malpractice insurance for this W-2 per diem position
• Employee Assistance program

Community Overview

The city of Amarillo, the regional economic center for the Texas panhandle, prides itself on being a true slice of Texas and has the state's best year-round climate. It is a thriving city, with all of the services and conveniences you would expect to find in a major city center. Amarillo benefits from a strong local economy driven by ranching and petroleum as the major industries. Thanks to the affordable cost of living, home buyers will find a home to suit nearly every taste. The area also enjoys some of the Southwest's most highly regarded schools, both public and private. "The Grand Canyon of Texas" boasts 30 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Amarillo is a gateway to the vast, trail-lined Palo Duro Canyon State Park. The Cadillac Ranch is an installation of graffiti-decorated cars, partly buried in a field. With art deco and Spanish Revival buildings, the U.S. Route 66-Sixth Street Historic District is a hub for dining and antiques. There is truly something for everyone in this West Texas gem!