Pediatrics Neonatal APP

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About the role

Under general supervision, provides care of infants in Neonatal Intensive Care and Well Baby Nursery, including follow-up planning. Functions as advanced care provider support during day and night for neonatal resuscitations and care of NICU and Well Baby Nursery patients. Performs procedures with residents. Teaches medical, physician assistant and nursing students and pediatric and family medicine residents. May perform administrative support functions as required. Participates in and leads programmatic initiatives in the NICU and Nursery.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Well Baby Nursery including follow-up planning. (50%)
• Complete required chart documentation legibly, thoroughly, and in a timely manner. (10%)
• Participate in night call along with pediatric residents. (10%)
• Responsible for delivery room resuscitations and care of patients in the NICU and Well Baby Nursery. (10%)
• Assist residents with procedures. (5%)
• Participate in Denver Health initiatives including RIEs and Committees. (5%)
• Teach medical students, physician assistant students and nursing students, as well as pediatric and family medicine residents in NICU and Well Baby Nursery. (10%)
• Perform newborn resuscitation, placement of arterial and venous lines and chest tubes, intubation of term, preterm, and extremely low birth weight infants, and ventilator management, particularly volume ventilation and high frequency ventilation.
• Participate in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff.

Requirements

• Master's Degree required
• PA-Physician Assistant license from the State Medical Board required
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from AHA or American Red Cross required

Skills

• Knowledge of medical principles and procedures
• Skill in performing physical exams and in formulation of assessments and treatment plans
• Ability to order appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis
• Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Desire and ability to enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and review of current literature
• Knowledge and accountability for department's productivity, efficiency and financial viability
• Computer skills required

Pay

$145,900.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs and exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) supporting internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer with free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Schedule

Shift varies

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan, and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary and essential safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.