Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology - Level III NICU in Northeast Indiana

Dupont Hospital, a member of the Lutheran Health Network, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our experienced and collaborative Neonatology team in a busy 42-bed Level III NICU. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice at the top of your license while caring for high-acuity neonatal patients in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Position Highlights

• Join an established team of Neonatologists and Advanced Practice Providers
• Practice in a 42-bed Level III NICU
• Flexible 12-hour shift schedule
• Collaborative Neonatology group with strong physician and APP support
• Attend high-risk deliveries and provide comprehensive neonatal care
• Work closely with a dedicated Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) program serving high-risk prenatal patients
• Participate in ground neonatal transports as needed
• Opportunity to develop and maintain advanced procedural skills, including:
  • Central line placement
  • Airway and ventilator management
  • Thoracentesis
  • Post-operative neonatal care

Candidate Qualifications

• NICU experience is required

Why Fort Wayne?

Fort Wayne offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, outstanding schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a vibrant downtown featuring restaurants, entertainment, arts, and outdoor recreation. As Indiana's second-largest city, Fort Wayne provides the amenities of a metropolitan area while maintaining a welcoming community atmosphere.

Comprehensive Compensation Package Includes

• Competitive guaranteed compensation
• CME allowance and paid CME days
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Professional growth and development opportunities

If you are passionate about neonatal care and are looking for an opportunity to join a highly respected team dedicated to providing exceptional outcomes for newborns and their families, we invite you to explore a future with Dupont Hospital.

About the Hospital

Dupont Hospital is a 131-bed acute care hospital and a member of Lutheran Health Network. The hospital provides inpatient and outpatient surgical services, emergency care, obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, diagnostic imaging, and specialized services, including sleep medicine and breast health. Dupont Hospital also offers robotic-assisted surgery and is accredited by The Joint Commission.

Community

Fort Wayne, Indiana’s second-largest city, is a nationally recognized and affordable community offering strong educational systems, multiple universities, cultural institutions, museums, sports teams, and an extensive trail network. Centrally located in the Midwest, Fort Wayne provides easy access to major cities, including Chicago, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Detroit.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.