Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - 24/7 NICU Leader

Ochsner Health (old); Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lafayette, Louisiana is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to manage critically ill neonates and infants. The role involves emergency stabilization, teaching of residents, and ongoing patient education. You must hold a Master's degree in nursing and have at least 2 years of NICU experience. Certifications in APRN, NRP, and BLS are required. The position includes 24/7 in-house coverage for the NICU, emphasizing team collaboration and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related nursing experience in a NICU.
• Current APRN Nurse Practitioner License in Louisiana.
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification through NCC.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical management of NICU patients.
• Emergency stabilization and transport of neonatal patients.
• Teach NICU residents and precept NNP students.

Skills

Knowledge of APRN procedures specific to the role

Computer skills for data entry

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work a flexible schedule

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

S.T.A.B.L.E. certification

Job description

A healthcare organization in Lafayette, Louisiana is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to manage critically ill neonates and infants. The role involves emergency stabilization, teaching of residents, and ongoing patient education. You must hold a Master's degree in nursing and have at least 2 years of NICU experience. Certifications in APRN, NRP, and BLS are required. The position includes 24/7 in-house coverage for the NICU, emphasizing team collaboration and patient-centered care.