Dream big and care small: step into a high-impact NICU Nurse Practitioner role at a regional hospital in western West Virginia—an upbeat, career-accelerating opportunity in a nice location with a medium sized team where neonatal expertise shines 👶🚀.

As a NICU Nurse Practitioner, join a mission-driven, patient-first healthcare organization known for clinical excellence, strong safety culture, and measurable outcomes that support newborns and families; this Nurse Practitioner Neonatal position benefits from advanced technologies, and an innovation-forward leadership approach that pilots telehealth, hybrid care, and value-based models while investing in clinician wellbeing, competitive total rewards, professional ladders, and robust education including paid CE, conference support, simulation labs, and mentorship for rapid skills growth.

Within the neonatal intensive care unit—synonymous with newborn intensive care and neonatal critical care—the NICU Nurse Practitioner will thrive in a collaborative environment built for complex cases and compassionate family-centered care; this Nurse Practitioner Neonatal role supports a thoughtfully designed space, right-sized for agility and impact, offering a medium sized team and a genuinely nice location that blends high-acuity experience with a supportive, close-knit culture optimized for quality, safety, and excellent patient experience.

In this NICU Nurse Practitioner position, reporting typically aligns under the NICU Medical Director and an Advanced Practice leadership structure, with daily collaboration alongside neonatologists, experienced bedside nurses, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, pharmacists, therapy services, and social work; as a Nurse Practitioner Neonatal professional, core responsibilities include delivery attendance and resuscitation, stabilization and ventilator management, line placement and nutrition planning, daily rounding and care planning, family education, evidence-based protocols, quality improvement, and thorough EMR documentation—supported by friendly nurses and a diverse, interdisciplinary care team that values mutual respect, autonomy, and shared governance.

Located in western West Virginia, the NICU Nurse Practitioner will enjoy riverfront living and Appalachian foothill views with easy access to hiking, biking, paddling, and scenic state park getaways, while the Nurse Practitioner Neonatal professional will appreciate four beautiful seasons, vibrant music and arts, regional concerts and festivals, local dining from Appalachian comfort to modern cuisine, strong K–12 and higher education options, a resilient job market, and a lower cost of living with diverse housing from historic neighborhoods to new builds; short commutes, reliable transportation corridors, regional and international flight connectivity within an easy drive, accessible healthcare and senior services, inclusive community life, parks and green space, active fitness and sports scenes, abundant shopping and everyday amenities, solid digital infrastructure, and a balanced regulatory and tax environment make the area appealing for families, professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts alike—delivering small-city convenience with big possibilities.

This NICU Nurse Practitioner opportunity offers competitive compensation with potential differentials and incentives, plus a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with employer contribution, generous paid time off, CME funds and paid days, licensure and certification support, parental leave, mental health resources, and malpractice coverage; to explore the Nurse Practitioner Neonatal role in confidence, connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today and launch a rewarding new chapter—your next great neonatal career move starts with a conversation!