Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

About this role

Requirements

• Minimum three years of experience as a registered nurse in an acute care setting or in a sub-specialty clinic environment
• Minimum one year of experience in area of NP specialty preferred
• In-depth knowledge of advanced practice nursing, clinical pathways, research, evidenced-based practice, healthcare quality, patient safety, performance improvement, regulatory standards
• Able to demonstrate excellence in bedside practice, manner and nursing professionalism
• Able to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in area of specialty
• Able to read, write legibly, communicate in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality
• Able to use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Able to think critically, work independently with minimal supervision, perform basic math and statistical functions

Responsibilities

• Practice in collaboration with the supervising physician and perform overlapping medical/surgical procedures for specialty population of patients with critical acuity
• Provide age-specific and developmentally appropriate medical management and coordination of patient care
• Perform complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations
• Document subjective and objective data and care in the electronic medical record according to established policies and procedures
• Keep patient, family, and caregiver informed regarding plan of care, hospital course, post-operative plan, expected outcomes, and follow-up care
• Encourage the patient, family and caregiver to ask questions and be active participants in their care
• Serve as a preceptor for students and facilitate a meaningful learning experience
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of all applicable regulatory standards and ensure compliance with regulations