Neonatal Nurse Practitioner PT
About The Position
The Department of Neonatology at Elmhurst Hospital is seeking a Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider (APP) or neonatal pediatric hospitalist. This role involves working collaboratively with a neonatologist and independently, utilizing critical judgment in delivery room resuscitation, managing common newborn diagnoses, and providing specialized long-term care for late preterm infants. The individual will function autonomously and as a collaborating member of the neonatal interdisciplinary care team. Elmhurst Hospital is a Level IIe Special Care Nursery with over 3000 annual births, providing private rooms for infants needing transitional or long-term care.
Requirements
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant Associate (PAA) Licensure in the State of IL required.
- Federal DEA and Illinois Controlled Substance License required.
- Completion of Master's level program in specialty area.
- BLS for Healthcare Provider and NRP certifications required.
- Certification in specialty: NCC certification as Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
- Certificate of completion from neonatal PA fellowship.
- 5+ years of IP Newborn experience (highly preferred); or other relevant acute care pediatric experience preferred.
- Newborn airway management including intubation.
- Central line placement (umbilical and PCVC).
- Newborn chest tube placement.
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years of IP Newborn experience
- Other relevant acute care pediatric experience
Responsibilities
- Providing appropriate medical care to newborn patients in the L&D, newborn nursery, and intensive care unit during his/her scheduled shift.
- Ensuring that an adequate medical record is maintained for each patient seen and treated during his/her shift.
- Provides appropriate procedural tasks as needed (PPV, intubation, central lines, chest tubes, etc).
- Participating in self and peer evaluation to improve quality of care.
- Collaborating in the development, review and evaluation of policies and procedures.
- Participating in developing and implementing QI monitoring.
- Acting as a resource for clinical skills for staff.
- Understanding the opportunity to participate in clinical research.
Benefits
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking at designated locations
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
