Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (C), Neonatal - Royal Oak

Join a team of 9 Neonatologists and 18 Neonatal Nurse Practitioners in the management of patients 24/7 in the Beaumont Royal Oak Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Additional duties include attendance at high-risk deliveries and transport of critically ill newborns to and from Beaumont Royal Oak Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
• Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
• Writes prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
• Determines eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings.
• Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care.
• Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests.
• Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Administers therapeutic measures and obtains specimens as prescribed.
• Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
• Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the client.
• Dictates follow-up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan.
• Maintains provision of preventive health services (e.g., screening, risks assessment, immunizations, PAP smears, self-breast exam).
• Dictates or writes patient history, admissions, care plans, progress, and discharge notes.
• Interacts with program assistants and data managers for optimal patient care.
• Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care.
• Conducts or participates in daily multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for assigned patient.
• Provides on-call coverage.
• Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physician's evaluation.
• Provides symptom management for side effects related to oncologic treatment.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies with Neonatal specialization from an accredited institution.
• 1-3 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in a Neonatal clinical setting is preferred.
• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license is required.
• AHA BLS and NRP Certification, required.

Skills

• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills consistent with mission and values.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients in situations requiring sensitivity and tact.
• Demonstrates strong health assessment skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling.
• Special discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Exceptional health, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance plans.
• Savings and retirement plans, disability insurance, identity theft protection, and home and auto insurance.
• Free onsite parking at all campuses.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

Schedule

• Part time, variable shifts.
• 24 weekly scheduled hours.
• Variable days worked, including variable weekends.

Primary Location: SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak, Department: Peds Neonatology Royal Oak - Medical Group East WB Mkt.