Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, NICU - 0.9 FTE

About the role

The ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital's Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a 22-bed facility providing specialized care for critically ill and premature infants born as early as 22 weeks gestation. The NICU recently unveiled a comprehensive renovation emphasizing family-centered care, featuring fully equipped private rooms designed to accommodate families, including those with twins and triplets. The unit is staffed 24/7 by a dedicated team of neonatologists, neonatal nurse practitioners, and support staff, offering services such as transport, lactation consultation, and post-discharge follow-up clinics.

Responsibilities

- Maintains credentials with procedural privileges through the medical staff offices at WMH and OMH. - Maintains Neonatal NCC certification. - Participates in multidisciplinary mortality and morbidity rounds. - Participates and coordinates as needed in research activities within the NICU. - Provides procedural support to the ED for newborn/infant code blue.

Qualifications

Displays a positive attitude about themselves, work and staff. Possesses excellent communication skills. Meets all necessary competencies within 6 months of hire. Possesses computer skills. BLS and NRP upon hire. Master Degree required. Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license with the State of WI. NICU experience preferred.