Neonatal NP
Market Street Staffing•Worcester, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
This is an ongoing coverage need for a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NP) in a Level II NICU. The role involves inpatient coverage with an average census and requires a long-term permanent search. The NP will be responsible for providing care to neonates, including comprehensive patient assessments, developing treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and providing patient education. Collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers is essential, as is accurate and thorough documentation.
Requirements
- Active Massachusetts licensure
- Board certification
- AHA BLS, PALS and NRP certifications
- Minimum 1-year Neonatal experience or equivalent
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics)
- Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Massachusetts
- National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP])
Nice To Haves
- Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients
- Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions
- Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests
- Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions
- Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices
- Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and APP specialty
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care
- Document patient care accurately and thoroughly
Benefits
- Travel and lodging arranged and paid for in full if residing greater than 50 miles from the facility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
