PRN - Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology - Department of Pediatrics

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a PRN Nurse Practitioner for the Department of Pediatrics, Neonatology. This role involves managing and providing patient medical care, promoting patient health and wellness through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care in collaboration with a physician. The position requires adherence to UMMC, state, and federal requirements and guidelines, and performing job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Nursing
• Mississippi APRN license
• National certification applicable to the area of practice
• Ability to meet minimum qualifications within 6 months if currently pursuing degree and licensure requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools, and programs.

Responsibilities

• Completes health assessments (patient histories and physical exams).
• Orders, collects, and interprets relevant laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient care plans based on patient assessments. Plans include but are not limited to patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies.
• Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.
• Coaches and mentors other newer nurse practitioners.
• Functions as expert/resource to nursing staff in area of specialty.
• Serves on at least one nursing council, hospital or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or work area.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level