Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - NNP - NICU

TieTalent; Birmingham; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join their compassionate team. This role involves overseeing care for acutely ill neonates, collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes, and providing direct treatment through prescriptive authority. With a commitment to personalized care and a legacy of service, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients and their families. If you're passionate about neonatal care and ready to contribute to a recognized leader in the field, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification required.
• BLS Provider credential from AHA needed within 1 month.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians to diagnose and treat health conditions.
• Document healthcare delivery according to specialty standards.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Collaboration with Physicians

Prescriptive Authority

Patient Education

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

We Are Hiring:

Department: NICU

Schedule: Full time and PRN available

Hospital: UAB St Vincent's Birmingham

Location: Birmingham, AL

In need of someone willing to work 24-hour shifts. The NP will oversee and collaborate with the care team to create care plans for acutely ill neonates. Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) certification through NCC is required. Master's degree in Nursing is required.

What You Will Do:

1. Collaborate with physicians to expand primary healthcare services by diagnosing and treating certain acute or chronic health conditions.
2. Obtain patient history, perform assessments via observation, interviews, and examinations. Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies. Conduct preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations, and patient care.
3. Provide direct treatment and management of health conditions through prescriptive authority or referrals to other healthcare providers or community resources.
4. Counsel and educate patients and families/caregivers about preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
5. Document healthcare delivery and nursing processes according to specialty standards and network policies.

What You Will Need:

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association (AHA), obtained within 1 month of hire or transfer.
• Certified Nurse Practitioner credential from the Alabama Board of Nursing prior to hire or transfer.
• DEA credential is preferred.

Education:

• Master's degree in Nursing required.

Additional Preferences:

• PRN candidates must have at least one year of NICU NP experience.

About UAB St. Vincent’s:

UAB St. Vincent’s, part of UAB Medicine, has served Alabama for over 125 years with five hospitals and numerous clinics. We are committed to compassionate, personalized care addressing physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Recognized as one of Alabama’s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, our mission is to improve health and lives. Join us in our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama and make a lasting impact.