UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant to join the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team at UPMC Hamot – Women’s Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-acuity neonatal care environment that values teamwork, mentorship, and professional growth.
This position supports inpatient NICU care (80%) and delivery room (20%) and is ideal for advanced practice providers who is passionate about caring for critically ill and step-down newborns in a Level III NICU setting. Both experienced providers and new graduates with appropriate NICU preparation are encouraged to apply.
Why Join Us?
About UPMC Hamot:
At UPMC Hamot Women's Hospital, our 24-bed Level III NICU is dedicated to providing exceptional care for high-risk infants. Our team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and full-time attending physicians work in a state-of-the-art facility, offering specialized transport services for critically ill infants from outlying hospitals across the region. We pride ourselves on our family-centered approach, involving families in the care process and providing support and education throughout their journey. At UPMC Hamot, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued.
The Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing inpatient care services in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This includes evaluation and management of neonatal patients and performing procedures as needed. The Neonatal APP-Staff is expected to follow established standards and practices when performing these duties. The Neonatal APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The Neonatal APP has responsibility and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The Neonatal APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the Neonatal APP encompasses leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The Neonatal APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The Neonatal APP demonstrates a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession.
The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience for employment purposes.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
NCC Board Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)
Neonatal Physician Assistant
1 year level III or IV NICU PA experience or completion of a 9-month post-graduate residency/fellowship in neonatology required.
Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine or State Board of Osteopathic Medicine
All Candidates
BLS or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation required based on AHA standards that include both didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran