Neonatal NP - Per Diem - Pediatrics

University of South Florida • Tampa, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of South Florida (USF) is a prominent research university with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and USF Health, serving approximately 50,000 students. USF is recognized for its high rankings in academics, value, and research, and is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). The university has a significant economic impact on Florida and focuses on innovation. The APRN will practice according to Florida Statutes for the Nurse Practitioners Act, managing critically ill infants in a level IV neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Tampa General Hospital (TGH). This role involves covering assigned day and/or night shifts, including weekends. TGH is an 82-bed NICU, a designated Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Center, and affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. The Neonatology department participates in the Florida Perinatal Quality Collaborative to enhance maternal and infant health outcomes.

Requirements

• Master's or Medical degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties.
• Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor.
• Master's Degree in Nursing: ARNP training; Florida License.
• BLS/AED certification is required and must be maintained.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64, or graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 458 and 459 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing evaluation and management of neonates and infants requiring care in the neonatal intensive care unit.
• Participation in multidisciplinary rounds.
• Coordination of care with ancillary staff and family.
• Attendance at high-risk deliveries and immediate stabilization of critically ill neonates under the supervision of the attending Neonatologist.
• Documentation of all orders, procedures, and progress notes on the patient's medical record.
• Perform procedures necessary for the care of neonates and infants in the intensive care unit including endotracheal intubation, umbilical line placement, PICC line placement, lumbar punctures, and peripheral arterial lines.
• Supervision of pediatric residents and participation in the teaching of pediatric residents and medical students.
• Participation in Quality Assurance / Improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a State university.
• Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities.
• Responsible for academic advising and related activities.
• May represent the university, college/school, or department.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level