Nurse Practitioner, Pediatrics

About the Role The Division of Neonatology at Columbia University in partnership with NYP Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital is seeking a nurse practitioner or equivalent to support our evolving NeuroNICU program. The NP will need to have or acquire specialized skills in neonatal neurological monitoring (head ultrasound, MRI, NIRS, aEEG and other tools) and neuroprotective strategies. This practitioner will be accountable for daily coordination of neuroprotective care in our NICUs, in partnership with the physician NeuroNICU Director. What You'll Do

• Manage and coordinate a variety of clinical and research responsibilities, ensuring high quality bedside neonatal neurological care.
• Ensure safe operation of portable MRI machine.
• Conduct clinical review of all head ultrasound and MRI measurements.
• Focus on optimizing the use of aEEG and NIRS, and integration of emerging neuromonitoring technologies into NICU care.
• Efficiently utilize resources and support ongoing program improvements.
• Collaborate closely with the MSCH NICU teams (nursing, frontline providers, physical therapy/ occupational therapy) as well as CUMC faculty (Neonatology, Neurology, Radiology).
• Assist the healthcare team to promote optimal neurodevelopmental assessment and care through family-centered, culturally sensitive practices.
• Active participation in Departmental and Divisional staff activities and conferences as well as public engagement activities are also expected.
• Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested. What We're Looking For
• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent in education and experience, plus two years of related experience.
• Current NYS RN and NP Licenses and ANCC Board Certification, maintain and renew when necessary. BLS and ACLS Certification; DEA License.
• Able to meet New York-Presbyterian Hospital credentialing requirements. Nice to Have
• Two years’ NICU experience.
• Must consistently have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with professionals in other disciplines.
• The ability to create a high-energy results-oriented work environment that encourages colleagues and staff to value each other’s contributions. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary range: $155,000 - $165,000 per year.
• Columbia University offers a range of benefits to help you and your dependents stay healthy, build long-term financial security, meet educational and professional goals, and more. “Subject to business needs, we may support flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Options will be discussed during the interview process.”