Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Neonatology at Community Hospital East

Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nationally recognized team in Indianapolis. As a leader in neonatal care, Riley Children’s treats more than 3,500 newborns annually across its Level IV and Level III NICUs. Our multidisciplinary team—comprised of board-certified neonatologists, advanced practice providers, and pediatric subspecialists—delivers comprehensive, lifesaving care that often begins prenatally and continues through the NICU stay and beyond. We work closely with maternal-fetal medicine, pediatric surgical and medical subspecialties, and neurodevelopmental follow-up programs to ensure seamless, family-centered care. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic academic environment where your clinical expertise, passion for teaching, and commitment to innovation will make a lasting impact.

We are seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Level III NICU at Community Hospital East in Indianapolis, IN!

Position Details:

• Full Time, rotating schedule


• 24-hour shifts


• 100% inpatient


• 16 bed Level III NICU


• Team includes 4 physicians and 10 APPs

Key Responsibilities:

• Attend deliveries of high-risk neonatal patients


• Development of plan of care and oversight of critically ill neonates


• Procedures include: intubation, PICC, UAL/UVL, chest tube placement, lumbar puncture


• Must be able to practice independently as the only in-house provider at night

Qualifications:

• Masters degree required


• NNP or PA-Neonatal certification required


• Open to new graduates with NICU experience 


• NICU experience, ideally level 3-4, preferred


• Delivery room experience, preferred


• Ability to provide independent APP coverage during night shifts, managing acute neonatal care


• Fully credentialled in all required procedures, as defined by institutional standards

See how you can thrive, right here at Indiana University Health

Community Description

Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure.  Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:

• Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population


• Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials


• Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States


• Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years


• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country


• Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living


• Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks


• Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon


• Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati

Recruitment contact

Apriel Williams
Advanced Practice Provider Recruiter
awilliams31@iuhealth.org

Position code: 3755