General Summary:
The Pediatric APRN or Physician Assistant, under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:
- Performs newborn admissions, consultations, follow-up care, and discharge planning.
- Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests for newborn patients, including routine laboratory studies and imaging.
- Provides education and counseling to newborn family members regarding the patient's condition, treatment plan, and discharge instructions.
- Monitors the newborn's clinical progress, evaluates response to treatment, and coordinates referrals to physicians or specialists as clinically indicated.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent, high-quality newborn care and support.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Enthusiastic team player with a collaborative approach to patient care.
- Demonstrates a genuine passion for caring for newborn patients and supporting their families.
- Consistently displays a compassionate, professional, and patient-centered demeanor.
- Successfully completes all pre-employment requirements, including a third-party background check and drug screening.
- Evaluates clinical processes and patient outcomes to support the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare.
- Actively contributes to an exceptional patient and family experience while fostering respectful, collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues.
Required Education/Experience:
- Master's degree from an accredited Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program required. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP and Physician Assistant (PA-C candidates with strong, relevant newborn clinical experience as an RN or PA will also be considered.
- Previous experience as a Pediatric Hospitalist APRN or PA-C with a primary focus on newborn care is preferred.
Licensure, Certification, and Registration:
- Current, valid Florida APRN or PA-C license
- Certification by Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB or NCCPA
- BLS, PALS, NRP certification