Neonatal Nurse Practitioner- Part Time

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

31d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal utilizes advanced education and training in the care of the neonates, enhancing the practice and quality of care for critically ill neonates. Works in collaboration with other staff and managers in the planning, implementing and evaluation of medical and nursing care under approved protocols in accordance with the appropriate policies, procedures and NNP Scope of Practice. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Requirements

Master's Degree Nursing – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Neonatal Resuscitation Program American Academy of Pediatrics
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Registered Nursing License Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner National Certification Corporation (NCC)
Knowledge of APRN procedures specific to the role: chest tube placement, endotracheal intubation, lumbar puncture, needle thoracotomy, percutaneous central line placement, peripheral artery puncture and cannulation, removal of thoracotomy tube, suprapubic bladder aspiration, umbilical artery catheterization, umbilical vein catheterization and ventricular catheter reservoir aspiration.
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

Nice To Haves

1 to 2 years NNP in level III NICU

Responsibilities

Facilitates and maintains a safe environment for patients and others.
Performs the priority technical skills and procedures required by the area or department safely and maintaining compliance.
Practices respective medical specialty in an ethical manner to the extent permitted by Louisiana Law and federal regulations.
Utilizes the nursing process to deliver patient care.
Facilitates continuity of care.
Performs procedures such as insertion of umbilical arterial and venous catheters or chest tubes in threatening situations, lumbar punctures, arterial punctures and venipunctures, etc.
Assists with the stabilization of the newborn in the delivery room.
Attends high-risk deliveries and emergency situations when requested.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams/other health care professionals, participates in committees, task forces and activities to identify actions to improve patient care.
Seeks supervision, consultation and/or assistance when unable to perform independently.
Initiates and/or maintains interventions to assure continuity of safe/effective care of patients.
Documents consistent with established guidelines.
Participates in the establishment of the Advance Care Protocols and in the maintenance of policies and procedures in the NICU.
Develops and maintains a system for 24-hour operation of the unit through communication with staff, other managers, administrative supervisors, etc.
Completes patients’ charts and/or medical records in an accurate and efficient manner in accordance with medical center policy:
Records assessment data, plans of care and evaluation of that care in the medical record.
Participates in patient care rounds and involves nursing staff.
Collaborates with Nurse Manager and staff to assess learning needs.
Provides education to NICU/Nursery nursing staff on a regular basis.
Plans and implements educational activities (in-services, continuing education programs) to meet identified learning needs.
Promotes professional staff development through education and other activities that enhance the practice of nursing and education.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature and in-services.
Keeps abreast of current clinical research findings and integrates into nursing education programs.
Evaluates the impact of programs upon patient care and nursing practice.