Nurse Practitioner Per Diem - Pediatric ICU

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

126d

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. The nurse practitioner covers all areas within the Pediatric Department. The nurse practitioner manages pediatric and newborn patients with consultation, collaboration, and general supervision and under a collaborative practice agreement with the Pediatric Hospitalist and/or Intensivist, Pediatrician and the Emergency Room Physician utilizing extensive knowledge of pathophysiology, physiology and pharmacology. The Nurse Practitioner exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of certain delegated medical processes, procedures and protocols depending on level of expertise. Nurse Practitioners work within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follow hospital policies and procedures. The nurse practitioner also complies with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities. The nurse practitioner will support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital.

Requirements

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing or equivalent experience required.
• 1 year experience in pediatrics required; 2 years’ experience preferred.
• Current LA APRN license.
• Current PALS and BLS certifications upon hire.
• PALS Instructor Certification and NRP obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Able to proficiently perform initial and subsequent assessments on pediatric patients.
• Able to effectively lead pediatric resuscitation teams.
• Able to perform lumbar puncture, IV therapy, and superficial abscess drainage.

Nice To Haves

• Acute care pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage pediatric and newborn patients with consultation and collaboration.
• Exercise independent judgment in assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of medical processes.
• Follow hospital policies and procedures as well as the State Nurse Practice Act.
• Support the goals and objectives of the department and hospital.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree