Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Pediatrix Medical Group Cape Coral, FL 33990, US

Overview

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Newborn Nursery - Sunny Southwest Florida

Responsibilities

Pediatrix® Medical Group is seeking an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our established neonatology practice in Fort Myers, Florida. This is a fantastic opportunity to practice in a supportive, collaborative environment while enjoying an exceptional Gulf Coast lifestyle. Position Highlights

Provide attending coverage at Cape Coral Hospital, a Level I low‑risk delivery service
Responsibilities include daily newborn nursery rounding and delivery attendance
Flexible scheduling with 8‑ or 12‑hour shifts
Back‑up coverage from home for added work‑life balance
Supported by a robust, experienced team of 10 neonatologists and 10 Neonatal Nurse Practitioners at Golisano Children’s Hospital
Hospital affiliated with a state‑of‑the‑art, 70‑bed Level III NICU
Ideal candidates will have strong prior experience in a newborn nursery

About Cape Coral Hospital

Community hospital within the Lee Health System
Single‑room maternity care model, allowing families to remain in one suite throughout labor, delivery, and recovery
Leapfrog “A” Safety Grade, 4‑Star Baby‑Friendly® Hospital designation
Seamless collaboration with Golisano Children’s Hospital, the only children’s hospital between Tampa and Miami

Why Fort Myers?Living and working in Fort Myers means enjoying an outstanding quality of life in a vibrant coastal community:

Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, with miles of pristine white‑sand beaches
Excellent boating and fishing, with endless outdoor recreation options, including golf, tennis, biking, and just minutes from Sanibel Island
Thriving arts and culture scene, featuring the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall, Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, and the historic Edison & Ford Winter Estates
Excellent public and private schools
Rapidly growing city (population ~92,000) with expanding amenities
Subtropical climate with abundant sunshine year‑round
Lower cost of living compared to many coastal Florida cities and No state income tax

Qualifications

Current APRN national specialty certification as a PNP
Minimum of a master’s degree
Highly prefer strong prior experience in a newborn nursery

Benefits and Compensation

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package, with many locations offering sign-on bonuses and relocation.

Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, that’s not only our motto at work each day; it’s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU.

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Benefits offered include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA and HSAs, as well as a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program. Some benefits are provided at no cost, while others require a cost share between employees and the company. Employees may also select voluntary plans and pay for these benefits through convenient payroll deductions. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families.

About Us

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: www.pediatrix.com/careers.

Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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