Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Neonatology - Galveston

Company: UTMB Health
Location: Galveston
Posted on: January 18, 2026

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: Functions as the Team Leader for the NNP and NP provider groups at the Galveston, Clear Lake, and Angleton-Danbury Campuses. This individual will oversee scheduling and timekeeping by the three groups; actively participates in the recruitment and training of new staff; collaborates with the medical directors to perform the yearly provider evaluations; works with the medical directors to assist in the process of unit leveling and accreditation; and provides mentorship and guidance to the advanced providers. Administrative time will be allocated to support these duties. 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: - Five years of experience in Level 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.

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