Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

University Clinical Health, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University Clinical Health, Inc. seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide total patient management for neo-natal patients under physician direction. You will assess, diagnose and treat acute and chronic health problems, coordinating with nursing and staff across the care team.

State of Tennessee licensure is required, with an MSN and Neonatal NP certification and prescriptive authority. A Nurse Practitioner with 2 years of NP experience is preferred, reflecting the drive for high-quality

Qualifications

• Licensed as a RN, MSN and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with prescriptive authority.
• State of Tennessee licensure is required.
• 2 years experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides total patient management for neo-natal patients under physician direction.
• Assesses, diagnoses and treats acute and chronic health problems.
• Ensures HIPAA compliance and confidentiality of patient information.
• Maintains documentation per institutional guidelines.

Skills

OSHA regulations

FDA knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Education

RN license

MSN + Neonatal NP certification

Job description

Who We Are

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Position Summary

Provides total patient management for neo-natal patients in collaboration with and under the direction of a physician by assessing, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic health problems. Follows established neo-natal standards, procedures and protocols, and gives patient care directions to nursing and other staff. Adjusts nursing care processes to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Has knowledge of coding and billing parameters that govern provision of patient care by Nurse Practitioner within state of Tennessee and as related to individual carriers. Ensures that documentation is completed in accordance with institutional guidelines. Ensures and maintains the confidentiality of patient information and other UTMG business information in accordance with HIPAA and other compliance standards. Complies with the Code of Conduct and other established policies, including but not limited to compliance, quality and safety. Acts in accordance with UT Medical Groups mission at all times.

Key Results Areas (KRAs)

• Patient assessment
• Patient treatment plans
• Clinical procedures
• Patient/medication orders
• Test interpretation
• Parent education
• Patient/family satisfaction
• Regulatory compliance
• Chart documentation
• Delivery room management/resuscitation
• Team orientation

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Knowledge of FDA
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education and Experience

• Licensed as a RN, MSN degree and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner required (must include Certification and prescriptive authority) **Required**
• State of Tennessee licensure is **Required**
• 2 years experience as a Nurse Practitioner **Preferred**