Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - 24 Hour Shifts
Position Overview
Pay range: $109,824.00 - $142,771.20
Shifts: Full-time, 24 hr shifts
Schedules: 8am-8am
Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.
Job Highlights
UAB Medicine is seeking a certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to join our dynamic team!
Job Description
To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to neonatal patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board-Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code).
To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient.
To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed.
To perform comprehensive physical examination and assessments.
To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient's medical record and social data.
To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement.
To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to neonatal patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board-Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code).
To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient.
To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed.
To perform comprehensive physical examination and assessments.
To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient's medical record and social data.
To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement.
To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing with a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification required.
Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Licenses/Certifications/Registrations: Currently certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) with Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) Specialty by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment.
Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.
BLS and NRP certifications are required for this position.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of procedures, protocols, information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, disease and deformities
Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs
Written and verbal communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to be self-directed/self-motivated
Ability to multi-task
Ability to problem-solve
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
Disclaimer
Please Note: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee as necessitated by business demands. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment or otherwise limit UAB’s employment-at-will rights at any time. Employees are expected to comply with all UAB policies and procedures during their employment.