Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant - UPMC Altoona

UPMC • Altoona, PA

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About The Position

University of Pittsburgh Physicians are seeking a Full-Time Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant to join our Pediatric Neonatology team at UPMC Altoona! This position will support the eight-bed unit in the Department of Pediatric Neonatology and will cover shifts of varying lengths, seven days a week, rotating days and nights. UPMC Altoona is an 8-bed level II NICU and nursery in beautiful central Pennsylvania, close to Penn State University. With nearly 1600 deliveries annually, UPMC Altoona holds Keystone 10 designation in the Labor, Delivery, Recovery, & Postpartum (LDRP) unit. The Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing inpatient care services in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This includes evaluation and management of neonatal patients and performing procedures as needed. The Neonatal APP-Staff is expected to follow established standards and practices when performing these duties. The Neonatal APP is responsible to set the standards for the level and quality of care. The Neonatal APP has responsibility and accountability for the provision of care through supervision by and collaboration with a physician. The Neonatal APP manages and provides patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members. The role of the Neonatal APP encompasses leadership, partnership, collaboration, and supervision. The Neonatal APP establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care. The Neonatal APP demonstrates a commitment to the community and to their healthcare profession.

Requirements

• Completion of an Accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Program (MSN or DNP) for Nurse Practitioners.
• NCC Certification for Nurse Practitioners.
• Eligible for RN licensure by Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• Eligible for NNP licensure by Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• BLS or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification required within 30 days of hire.
• NRP certification must meet AAAP standards within 30 days of hire.
• ECMO competence required within 1 year of hire.
• Act 33, Act 34, and Act 73 FBI Clearance.
• 1 year level III or IV NICU PA experience or completion of a 9-month post-graduate residency/fellowship in neonatology for Physician Assistants.
• Graduate of a Physician Assistant program accredited by ARC-PA.
• Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine or State Board of Osteopathy.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care services in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
• Evaluate and manage neonatal patients.
• Perform procedures as needed.
• Follow established standards and practices in care delivery.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Manage and provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with all team members.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the community and healthcare profession.

Benefits

• $30,000 sign-on bonus.
• Relocation assistance.
• Opportunities for continuing education and career advancement.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees