Neonatal Nurse Practitioner | 72 Annual Shifts + Experience-Based Compensation | Montana

Join an established regional healthcare system as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in Bozeman, Montana, and build a rewarding career in one of the Mountain West’s most desirable communities. This full-time opportunity offers an attractive, experience-based compensation model, a quality incentive of up to $10,000 annually, and additional earning opportunities for qualifying shifts beyond the annual requirement. The schedule consists of just 72 on-site, 24-hour shifts per year, with time away from work built into the annual shift obligation rather than managed through a conventional PTO bank. You’ll work collaboratively with a dedicated physician and multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing individualized, evidence-based care while contributing to quality improvement and clinical development. Supported by the resources and infrastructure of a larger regional healthcare organization, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful clinical impact while enjoying the exceptional outdoor access, vibrant downtown, and welcoming community of southwest Montana. 

Professional Highlights 

• Full-time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) opportunity in Bozeman, Montana 
• Experience-based compensation determined by qualifying post-training clinical experience 
• Annual quality incentive of up to $10,000 at 1.0 FTE 
• 72 on-site, 24-hour shifts annually for full-time employment 
• Time away from work built into the annual shift requirement 
• Additional compensation opportunities for qualifying shifts beyond the annual requirement 
• Regular biweekly pay under a shift-based compensation model 
• Collaborative practice alongside a dedicated physician and multidisciplinary healthcare team 
• Level 2 NICU going to Level 3 
• Provide comprehensive patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing care within specialty scope 
• Complete clinical documentation, including admission assessments, progress notes, consultative notes, and discharge summaries 
• Participate in quality improvement, education, research, and clinical policy development as appropriate 
• Comprehensive benefits package and CME support applicable to the position 

Community Overview

Bozeman offers a rare combination of mountain-town appeal, modern amenities, and access to some of the country’s most memorable outdoor destinations. Set in the scenic Gallatin Valley and surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, the community attracts outdoor enthusiasts, young professionals, families, and people seeking a more active lifestyle. Historic downtown Bozeman features locally owned restaurants, breweries, boutiques, coffee shops, galleries, and live entertainment, while Montana State University adds to the area’s educational, cultural, and community offerings. Residents can spend their free time skiing at Bridger Bowl or Big Sky Resort, exploring nearby trails, fishing regional rivers, or planning weekend adventures to Yellowstone National Park. Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport also offers convenient connections to destinations across the country. For NNPs seeking a meaningful clinical role with an unusually concentrated annual shift schedule, Bozeman offers an opportunity to make the most of both their professional and personal lives. 

Community Highlights 

• Scenic Gallatin Valley location surrounded by the Rocky Mountains 
• Access to world-class skiing and snowboarding at Bridger Bowl and Big Sky Resort 
• Extensive hiking, mountain biking, camping, and trail networks 
• Fly-fishing, rafting, kayaking, and other regional water recreation 
• Approximately 90 miles from Yellowstone National Park 
• Historic downtown with restaurants, breweries, boutiques, coffee shops, and galleries 
• Live music, seasonal festivals, local markets, and cultural events 
• Montana State University and its educational, sporting, and cultural amenities 
• Nearby Hyalite Canyon and Reservoir for hiking, camping, climbing, and water activities 
• Parks, open spaces, and trail connections throughout the community 
• A vibrant college-town atmosphere with a strong outdoor culture 
• Four-season recreation, from summer mountain adventures to winter sports 
• Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport with nonstop service to multiple U.S. destinations