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This job enhances the nature and quality of care for a group of at-risk or critically ill neonates/infants. This job works in collaboration with the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the NICU Unit Director, Operational Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, staff nurses, discharge coordinator, and staff physicians in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of medical and nursing care.
The major areas of responsibility for this job include:
• Primary medical management • Emergency stabilization of critically ill neonates and infants • Emergency transport of the neonatal patient • Preceptorship of NNP students • Teaching of NICU residents • Staff development and education • Parental education • Discharge planning
This job provides 24/7 in-house coverage for all Neonatal Intensive Care Units as well as coverage for high-risk deliveries. This job works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of medical and nursing care; and assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education, and discharge planning.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Job Requirements
Education: Required (NP) - Master's degree in nursing (except for those employed prior to 2003 with NNP certificate) Required (PA) - Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program.
Work Experience: Required (NP) - 2 years of related nursing experience Required (PA) - Neonatal experience (2 years minimum).
Certifications: Required - Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Nurse Practitioner License in the state of practice. Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner through the National Certification Corporation for the Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties (NCC) obtained as directed by the State Board of Nursing. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification. S.T.A.B.L.E. certification. Eligibility for limited prescriptive authority in Louisiana. Required (PA) - License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification. S.T.A.B.L.E. certification. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Knowledge of APRN procedures specific to the role: • Chest tube placement • Endotracheal intubation • Lumbar puncture • Needle thoracotomy • Percutaneous central line placement • Peripheral artery puncture and cannulation • Removal of thoracotomy tube • Suprapubic bladder aspiration • Umbilical artery catheterization • Umbilical vein catheterization • Ventricular catheter reservoir aspiration
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard. Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability). Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Job Duties
Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care. Communicates pertinent information to families and team members necessary for accurate management of patient care. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas. Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, and training and credentials and assumes responsibility for professional development. Provides education experiences to infants' families, staff, other health professionals, and to the community. Maintains an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology. Works as a contributing team member and assumes a leadership role when needed to facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: • Respect for privacy • Method of introduction to the patient • Adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed • Requesting permissions and communication style.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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