Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (20 to 29 hours weekly)

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians • Largo, MD

31d • $60 - $70

About The Position

Under general supervision, and in collaboration with physician colleagues, responsible for diagnosing and treating patients. Provides continuity of patient care by facilitating and coordinating communication between the health care team, patient and patient's family. Coordinates care to ensure quality, effective care and patient safety. Serves as link integrating relevant research and best practices; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master of Science degree in Nursing with completion of a Nurse Practitioner program
• Registered and currently recorded with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses and Certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland
• Valid state APRN Recognition (must meet education requirement (s) for state recognition and obtain within six (6) months of hire)
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and BLS by the American Heart Association is required
• DEA and CDS eligible
• CPR required
• Demonstrates ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional organizations, teaching, research, publishing, and/or certification in area of specialty
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs
• Demonstrates highly effective verbal and written communication skills are required to interact with patient families, departmental units, medical and nursing staff on all essential matters
• Maintains updated mandatory training
• Updates immunizations as recommended per practice area

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse is preferred

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and treating patients
• Providing continuity of patient care by facilitating and coordinating communication between the health care team, patient and patient's family
• Coordinating care to ensure quality, effective care and patient safety
• Serving as link integrating relevant research and best practices
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees