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Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) - PRN

HSHS · Breese, IL · Part time

Posted Sep 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a hard decision you made as an NNP.

What they are checking: Whether they use sound judgment and reflect on difficult cases.

What would you do

A baby needs to go to a NICU in another city. How do you stabilize and coordinate the transfer?

What they are checking: Whether they can stabilize a baby and work with the transport team and receiving NICU.

How do you talk with parents when their newborn is sick?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate clearly and kindly during a frightening time.

How do you stay sharp and safe across a 24-hour in-house shift?

What they are checking: Whether they manage fatigue in a role where emergencies can happen any time.

As PRN, how would you keep up with the hospital's protocols and staff?

What they are checking: Whether they stay connected and current when working occasional shifts.

How do you work with nurses, OB providers and pediatricians in a smaller hospital?

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate well where the team is small and roles overlap.

About the work

You'd cover 24-hour in-house shifts in a Level II nursery at St. Joseph's in Breese. What kinds of babies can you care for there, and when do you transfer?

What they are checking: Whether they know Level II limits and recognize when a baby needs a higher level of care.

You're called to a delivery with meconium and a baby who isn't breathing well. Walk me through it.

What they are checking: Whether their neonatal resuscitation skills are current and they can lead the delivery room.

How do you manage a late preterm baby with low blood sugar?

What they are checking: Whether they know hypoglycemia protocols and when to escalate treatment.

What newborn conditions do you see most often, and how do you manage jaundice?

What they are checking: Whether they're confident with common Level II issues like hyperbilirubinemia.

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The full job description

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If you have additional questions, contact recruiter at: Brittany.Ranos@hshs.org HSHS Medical Group is recruiting a PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to support our team based at HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese, IL. HSHS Medical Group is a multispecialty medical group made up of over 350 providers across 60 clinics throughout central and southern Illinois inclusive of HSHS Medical Group is an affiliate of Hospital Sisters Health System, which is a Catholic, non-profit integrated healthcare delivery system comprised of 13 hospitals across Illinois and Wisconsin guided by our mission and grounded in modern best practices. Position Details: - PRN, pick up shifts as your schedule allows - 24 hour shifts in house - Level II Nursery Compensation: Hourly rate of $79.57 Core Function: Provider Education Qualifications • Master’s degree in Nursing is required. • Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing PLUS 5 years relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree. • Doctoral degree in Nursing is preferred. Experience Qualifications • Experience in management of patients across the care continuum preferred. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations • Licensed in the state of practice as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is required. • Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (WDSPS) or • Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. • Board certification from the National Certification Corporation is preferred. • Controlled Substance license in state of practice is preferred. • Federal DEA license is preferred. • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is preferred. Job Description Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. • Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org

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