APP - NICU

Location & Schedule

MetroHealth Medical Center. Biweekly hours: 80.00. Shifts: 6:30 am‑7:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑7:30 am, or 24‑hour shifts.

Summary

Delivers direct patient care consistent with the advanced practice registered nurse’s education, experience, and certification, in collaboration with a physician, which includes diagnosis, management and/or referral of health care issues. Promotes consumer, family, and community health through preventative health care actions and patient advocacy. May also manage complex illnesses and deliver specialty care. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Responsibilities

• Work with a cohesive team of attending, fellow, resident, and advanced practice provider staff.
• Function independently and autonomously.
• Perform procedures such as intubations, PICC lines, umbilical lines, radial arterial sticks, and chest tubes.
• Respond to at‑risk deliveries.
• Participate in self‑scheduling within a supportive group of APPs.

Requirements

• MSN graduate of an accredited advanced practice registered nurse program.
• Current RN licensure in Ohio and Certificate of Authority as an Advanced Practice Nurse from the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the specialty.
• Physician Assistant graduate from an accredited PA program with NCCPA certification and active Ohio licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain other advanced life support certifications applicable to practice area within 180 days of hire.
• Meet requirements/qualifications for clinical privileges in the specialty/department with The MetroHealth System and report to the Medical Staff Office at hire.
• Maintain a standard care arrangement and renew/sign as required by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Other department‑specific qualifications will be addressed through the Certificate of Authority and credentialing process.