Pediatrics Neonatal APP (Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant)

Denver Health • Denver, CO

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About The Position

We are recruiting for a motivated Pediatrics Neonatal APP (Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant) to join our team! We are here for life’s journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Pediatricians Job Summary Under supervision of a neonatologist, provides care for newborns in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Well Baby Nursery. Functions as advanced practice provider (APP)during day and night for neonatal resuscitations and care of NICU patients, with cross-coverage of well-baby nursery patients. Performs procedures with residents. Teaches medical, physician assistant and nursing students and medical residents as part of a multidisciplinary provider team. Manages systems-based care including documentation, communication, and discharge preparation. Participates in and leads programmatic initiatives in the NICU.

Requirements

• Master's Degree (Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant) Required
• Prior experience in a level III NICU required, either during graduate degree training program or following this training.
• PA-Physician Assistant or NP - Nurse Practitioner - State Medical Board Required
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
• NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification - Required
• Knowledge of medical principals and procedures.
• Skill in performing physical exams and in formulation of assessments and treatment plans.
• Ability to order appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis.
• Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with all members of the healthcare team, patients, and families.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Desire ability to enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and review of current literature.
• Knowledge and accountability for department's productivity, efficiency and financial viability.
• Willingness to participate in strategic initiatives at unit, departmental and hospital level to improve care.
• Systems-based practice skills including electronic medical record and e-mail competency
• Computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Well Baby Nursery including follow-up planning. (50%)
• Completes required chart documentation legibly, thoroughly, and in a timely manner. (10%)
• Participates in night call along with pediatric residents. (10%)
• Responsible for delivery room resuscitations and care of patients in the NICU and Well Baby Nursery. (10%)
• Assists residents with procedures. (5%)
• Participates in unit-based and departmental quality and safety work Denver Health initiatives including RIEs and Committees. (5%)
• Teaches medical students, physician assistant students and nursing students, as well as pediatric and family medicine residents in NICU and Well Baby Nursery. (10%)
• Perform newborn resuscitation, placement of arterial and venous lines and chest tubes, intubation of term, preterm, and extremely low birth weight infants, and manage invasive ventilatory support (<1%)
• Participates in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

What This Job Offers

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