<p>A PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner opportunity is available at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tucson, Arizona, supporting a dedicated neonatal program within a collaborative NICU care team. This per-diem role is structured for an experienced NNP who wants to maintain clinical engagement in a high-acuity neonatal environment while retaining scheduling flexibility. The position pairs the clinical depth of a specialized neonatal service with the lifestyle advantages of one of the Southwest's most livable cities.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive PRN hourly rate commensurate with neonatal NP experience</li> <li>Professional liability (malpractice) coverage provided</li> <li>Flexible per-diem scheduling designed to support work-life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>PRN coverage role embedded within the neonatal services program at St. Joseph's Hospital, Tucson</li> <li>Collaborative care model alongside experienced neonatologists and dedicated NICU nursing staff</li> <li>Practice scope governed by collaborative agreement and Arizona state NP requirements</li> <li>Focus on delivering specialized care to newborns and their families within a high-quality neonatal program</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Master's-prepared Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner (MSN or higher) required</li> <li>Active Arizona RNP license required, or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Current national certification in the neonatal nurse practitioner specialty as required by the governing board and facility Medical Staff Bylaws</li> <li>All additional certifications required by the applicable governing board and in accordance with facility credentialing standards must be maintained</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tucson offers a compelling quality of life anchored by dramatic Sonoran Desert scenery, mountain ranges on four sides, and more than 300 days of sunshine annually. The city blends a vibrant culinary scene, deep cultural and historical roots, and a welcoming, relaxed pace with ready access to hiking, cycling, and outdoor recreation year-round. As Arizona's second-largest city, Tucson provides urban amenities — including the University of Arizona and a robust arts community — without the congestion of a major metro, and the cost of living remains well below national coastal averages.</p>