APP/Advanced Practice Provider, UW Medical Centers, Neonatal ICU

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

1d•$135,996 - $206,556•Onsite

About The Position

UW Medical Centers have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their Neonatal Intensive Care team. The APP will provide exceptional, evidence-based advanced practice medical care to high-risk and well newborns and their families. UW Medical Centers are acute care academic medical centers located in Seattle, recognized as the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 by U.S. News & World Report, and nationally ranked in seven specialties. They are known for compassionate patient care and pioneering medical advances. UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. Its mission is to improve public health by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care, and preparing the next generation of physicians, scientists, and healthcare professionals. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators collaborate across UW Medicine to deliver high-quality care with integrity and compassion in a respectful and inclusive environment. Working at the University of Washington offers a unique opportunity to change lives and employees enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a diverse, intellectually exciting, artistic, and naturally beautiful work environment. The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming community for all, and is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Current, valid Washington State license as Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)
Current Washington State Prescriptive Authority License
ARNP: Current NCC certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
PA: National board certification (ANA or NAPNAP)
Current Neonatal Resuscitation certification
Master’s degree from an accredited program
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an NNP or PA in a Level III NICU

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive neonatal care under the direct supervision of the attending neonatologist
Function independently within scope of practice
Ensure continuity of care for neonatal patients and families
Bill for services rendered, as appropriate to role
Support and educate residents
Train and onboard new Advanced Practice Providers in neonatal care
Collaborate with nursing leadership
Promote professional development of Neonatal APPs
Support recruitment and retention initiatives for Neonatal APPs