Advanced Practice Nurse, Neonatal FICN

About the role

The primary purpose of the Advanced Practice Nurse position is to participate under the administrative, clinical direction and leadership of the Director of the Neonatology Program and in collaborative relationship in the Mother‑Baby Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Units (FICN and FIN Nurseries), Labor and Delivery areas with other healthcare providers. The APN interacts collaboratively with nurses and other multidisciplinary team members, as well as with community agencies including DCP&P and community nursing services.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care for high‑risk newborn infants in the Mother‑Baby Unit, NICU (FICN and FIN Nurseries), Labor and Delivery areas.
• Participate under the direction of the Director of Neonatology and in collaborative relationship with Attending Neonatologist, Nurse Manager, and nursing staff in Intensive Care, Intermediate Care Nurseries, and Labor and Delivery Room.
• Interact collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and community agencies (DCP&P, community nursing services).
• Performance measured as observed by the Director of Neonatology in collaboration with the Chief APN of the Hospital.

Qualifications

• Certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
• Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• Current licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse in New Jersey.
• At least two (2) years of related nursing experience.
• BLS and NRP certification required.