Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) – NICU/Peds, Full-Time, Chico CA

Job ID: Not provided

Location: Chico, CA — Hospital (Clinical Only)
Employment: Permanent, Full Time — Mon–Fri, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Start: ASAP — Ongoing supplemental coverage
Positions: 1
Patient Population: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric

Role summary:
Provide advanced practice nursing care in a pediatric/NICU setting, delivering independent, evidence-based clinical services across a diverse patient population. This role supports hospital coverage needs and emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and high-quality patient care aligned with organizational values.

Required qualifications:

• Graduate of a Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program (new grads considered with prior NICU/Peds experience)
• Current RN and NP licensure with the California Board of Registered Nursing
• NP Furnishing license (within 3 months of hire)
• DEA number or proof of application (within 3 months of hire)
• Meets CMS criteria to bill Medicare
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR
• Credentialing through Medical Staff and Finance offices
• NRP and PALS certifications (within 6 months of hire)

Preferred qualifications:

• National PNP certification (PNP specialty)
• Bilingual in Spanish
• NICU/pediatric acute care experience
• Experience with intubation and emergency umbilical line placement

Skills and attributes:

• Ability to practice independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Leadership, delegation, and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to organizational core values and culturally competent care

Compensation and benefits:

• Salary range: $114,000–$186,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package available