Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
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Job Description
Overview
The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do as advocates communicators problemsolvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive If so we invite you to consider this opportunity.
Responsibilities
In collaboration with the attending physician the NNP provides advanced practice nursing management of neonatal patients in the Legacy Health System. The NNP utilizes an expanded knowledge base and advanced technical skills in the delivery of care. The NNP promotes and pursues professional growth in the following ways:
- Provides continuing education to health care professionals in the hospital and the community.
- Participates in the coordination of outreach education to referral hospitals.
- Pursues professional continuing education for self.
- Maintains involvement in special projects professional publication and clinical research.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioners provide 24hour coverage and are regularly scheduled for nights holidays and weekends.
Qualifications
Education:
- As required by licensure.
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years experience as an NICU Staff Nurse Level III preferred.
Licensure
Licensure:
- Current applicable state RN license required.
- National Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) required.
- Current applicable state license as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Privileges (NNPPP) required.
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor Certification (or within 90 days of employment).
- Credentialed by Legacy Medical Staff for Category I and II privileges.
- Completion of ECMO certification course preferred.
Employment Type
Full-Time
