About this role
This position serves as a consultant, clinician, licensed independent practitioner, and educator within the Level III Newborn Intensive Care Unit. The role focuses on demonstrating clinical expertise and in-depth knowledge in the care and education for neonatal conditions and problems.
The neonatal nurse practitioner accesses and administers medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. They serve as an educator to nursing staff, nurse practitioner students, and patients’ families, while also consulting pediatric interns and neonatology fellows.
Work schedule is full-time with variable 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends, totaling 39 scheduled shifts every 12 weeks. The position is based in Salt Lake City at the University of Utah campus within the Pediatric Administration department.
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health care coverage, generous retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities. This role provides a chance to work in an academic medical center with a Level III NICU, combining clinical practice with education and consultation.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program.
- National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC).
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Utah.
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
- Current DEA registration.
- Previous experience in a Level III NICU setting.
- Demonstrated ability to perform essential functions of the job.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a consultant, clinician, licensed independent practitioner, and educator within the Level III Newborn Intensive Care Unit.
- Demonstrate clinical expertise and in-depth knowledge in the care and education for neonatal conditions and problems.
- Educate nursing staff, nurse practitioner students, and patients’ families on neonatal care.
- Consult with pediatric interns and neonatology fellows on patient management.
- Access and administer medications within scope of practice and according to state law.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and manage care for critically ill neonates.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans.
Benefits
- Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates.
- 14.2% university-funded retirement contributions.
- Generous paid leave time and 11 paid holidays per year.
- 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
- Free transit on most UTA services.
- Professional development opportunities.
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