Job Description Summary
MUSC Health – East Cooper Medical Center is seeking a highly qualified Neonatal or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join a collaborative neonatal care team. In this role, you will provide advanced, patient-centered care in a Level I/II nursery setting, supporting newborns and their families while working in close coordination with our dedicated MUSC community practice neonatologist.Entity
MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)Worker Type
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RegularCost Center
CC004266 MCP - East Cooper Neonatalogy IIPay Rate Type
Hourly, SalaryPay Grade
Health-33Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
MUSC Health – East Cooper Medical Center is seeking a highly qualified Neonatal or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join a collaborative neonatal care team. In this role, you will provide advanced, patient-centered care in a Level I/II nursery setting, supporting newborns and their families while working in close coordination with our dedicated MUSC community practice neonatologist.
This position requires clinical independence, strong communication skills, and the ability to make timely, high-quality decisions in a dynamic care environment.
About MUSC Health – East Cooper Medical Center:
MUSC Health – East Cooper Medical Center is a modern, community-based hospital located in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. The facility delivers high-quality, patient-centered care backed by the expertise and resources of MUSC Health, South Carolina’s leading academic health system. Providers benefit from both local autonomy and system-wide collaboration, including telehealth integration with specialists in Charleston.
Required Qualifications:
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
Minimum of 5 years of neonatal or pediatric inpatient experience, preferably in a Level I or II nursery
Strong clinical decision-making skills and ability to work independently
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Position Highlights:
Provide comprehensive neonatal care for newborns, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions
Manage neonatal patients in collaboration with attending neonatologists and pediatric providers
Perform procedures such as intubation, umbilical line placement, and resuscitation as clinically indicated
Participate in delivery attendance and stabilization of high-risk newborns
Develop and implement individualized care plans for neonates and support family education
Ensure continuity of care through effective communication with care teams and families
Contribute to a culture of safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice
Benefits & Resources for Providers:
Competitive compensation and benefits
Employer-funded retirement plans
Paid occurrence malpractice coverage
Paid parental leave
Epic EHR with provider-centered optimization and robust user support
AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care
Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and provider well-being
Life in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina:
Mount Pleasant offers coastal living with convenient access to historic Charleston. Enjoy beautiful beaches, waterfront parks, highly rated schools, and a vibrant dining and cultural scene. The area provides an exceptional quality of life with year-round outdoor activities, making it an ideal place to live and work.
Additional Job Description
About MUSC:
South Carolina’s leading academic health system, MUSC Health, serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Providers who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in providers’ success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term provider careers.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
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At the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), we offer nurses a variety of career paths. As a new RN grad or experienced nurse, you can enjoy a supportive team environment, collaborate across disciplines, and help us deliver award-winning patient care to our communities.
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Founded in 1824 in Charleston, MUSC is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system, with a mission to preserve and optimize human life in South Carolina through education, research and patient care. Each year, MUSC educates over 3,100 students in six colleges and trains 950+ residents and fellows across its health system. MUSC leads the state in federal and National Institutes of Health and research funding.
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