Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (APP/ NP)

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group (LLUFMG); Moreno Valley (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Retirement Contribution

Paid Malpractice Insurance

California residency required

Conrad 30 waiver not eligible

Job summary

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of General Pediatrics, seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join the team at Loma Linda University Medical Center – Murrieta.

Provide care to healthy newborns in the nursery and critically ill neonates in a level II NICU, with collaboration from neonatologists and pediatricians. Requires NNP certification, master's/doctoral in nursing, and California NP license.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a neonatology focus.
• NNP certification from a recognized certifying body.
• Current state NP licensure.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in level III or IV NICU.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to healthy newborns in the newborn nursery (13 beds) and critically ill neonates in a level II NICU (6 beds).
• Conduct physical assessments, diagnose and manage conditions.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, and other professionals to develop care plans.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Educate families regarding neonatal care and care plans.
• Educate residents, medical students and other health professionals rotating through nursery and NICU.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Provide emergency care as needed and document progress and discharge summaries.

Skills

neonatal resuscitation

communication

team collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctoral in Nursing (Neonatology)

Job description

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of General Pediatrics is currently seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to serve at Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care to healthy newborns in newborn nursery (13 beds) and critically ill neonates in a level II NICU (6 beds)

Conduct thorough physical assessments, diagnose, and manage medical conditions and diseases.

Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Perform and interpret diagnostic tests, and initiate appropriate interventions.

• Educate and support families regarding neonatal care, treatment options, and care plans.
• Educate residents, medical students and other health professionals that rotate through nursery and NICU.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Provide emergency care as needed and respond to critical situations with prompt, effective interventions.

Document patient care and progress accurately and in a timely manner. Complete History and Physical, progress notes and discharge summaries

Qualifications

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, with a focus on Neonatology.

Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) from a recognized certifying body.

Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in level III or IV NICU.

Strong clinical skills with proficiency in neonatal resuscitation and advanced care techniques.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Compensation & Benefits

The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank: $110,000-$180,000. This amount does not include variable compensation or extra productivity and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process.

Our Benefits Include

• Generous Retirement Contribution
• Paid Malpractice Insurance
• We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date.
• This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 waiver.