Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

General Summary:

• The NNP is responsible for providing care for NICU and Newborn patients within the scope of licensure and within the supervising physician's scope of practice
• Evaluate patients, perform procedures, develop treatment plans, order and interpret labs, x-rays and other diagnostic studies per specialty guidelines and under the guidance of the Neonatologist
• Communicate with parents, other specialists and among NICU team
• Monitoring specialized equipment, including incubators and ventilators
• Providing education and support to patients’ families regarding neonatal, intensive and, postpartum care
• Dispensing medications under collaborative agreement with a physician
• Performing diagnostic tests and other procedures, such as intubation and blood draws
• Ensuring proper feeding and basic care

Schedule Details:

• 24hr in house shift

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Nursing with Neonatal Certification (required)
• 1-2 years of experience in the NICU as an RN (highly preferred)
• 2+ years of experience in the NICU as a Neonatal APRN

Required Licensure and Certification:

• Must hold a valid Florida APRN or PA License with Neonatal certification 
• Certification through ANCC, or other nationally recognized certifying body
• NRP certification