Director of Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Program (NNP), 36-Hours, Days, Neonatal Hospitalist, DKMG

Day Kimball Health is hiring a Director of Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Program (NNP) for the Medical Group!

Location: Putnam, CT

Shift: Day Shift, 36 Hours

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Job Summary

• Responsible for ensuring the highest standards of clinical care are provided to all patients through the effective coordination of the Neonatal Department of Advanced Practice Providers/Neonatal Nurse Practitioners (APP/NNP).
• Ensures and facilitates open communication with all staff, to promote improved performance.
• Serves as a liaison among the MCH staff, physicians, managers, nurses, patients, and their families to ensure effective communication, care coordination, and collaborative decision-making.
• Contributes to the growth and development of the program, serving as administrator, clinical specialist, and direct patient care provider.
  
  
  

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Key Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, coordinating the hiring and training of NNPs in collaboration with the department chair, administration and operational leadership.
• Develops and coordinates the schedule for all APPs to ensure adequate clinical coverage within the department. Serve as a liaison between DKH operations and service line NNPs. Manage APP time off requests.
• Acts as a primary resource for clinic staff by providing guidance and support in the performance of daily activities regarding patient care.
• May assist in coordinating and tracking professional development for NNPs as assigned by departmental/service line leadership (Work Compass/NRP/Attendance at conferences/lectures).
• Facilitating leadership to ensure timely completion of employee performance reviews in close collaboration with departmental/divisional leadership.
• In collaboration with the Compliance Office and Coding Department, establishes and maintains departmental procedures that ensure appropriate and optimal billing education.
• Attends departmental or divisional meetings. Serves as liaison between the Department Chair and NNP staff.
  
  
  

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Required Skills And Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree in Nursing with Advanced Practice Neonatal focus.
• Current CT RN/APRN licensure.
• Certification as A Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with both State and Federal Controlled Substance authorization.
• BLS and NRP certification.
• ACLS certification optional.
  
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of clinical experience as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in a level 3 or 4 Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
• Experience with and ability to provide direct patient management.
  
  
  

Department-specific competencies, including age-specific competencies, and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Earned Time Off - including personal time & holidays
• Sick Time
• Educational / Loan Reimbursement – up to $5,000 per fiscal year
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pharmacy Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
• Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
• Career Pathways – internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
• Employee Perks – Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events, Weekly Pay
  
  
  

Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke-free environment.

Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in our Medical Group and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference!