Neonatal Nurse Practitioner- Department of Pediatrics, Neonatology

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to deliver advanced clinical care to high-risk newborns in a Level III/IV NICU. The role includes independent practice with physician collaboration, thorough documentation, and active participation in quality initiatives.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Nursing with NP certification, Texas APRN licensure, and NNP-BC certification, and will mentor learners while ensuring high-quality, family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing with NP certification.
• Texas APRN licensure.
• Board-Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC).

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced practice care to high-risk neonates in NICU.
• Document services and collaborate with care teams.
• Supervise support staff and participate in QA activities.
• Mentor NP students, fellows, residents and learners.
• Ensure communication during transitions of care.

Skills

Advanced practice care

Neonatal patient care

Quality assurance

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

APRN licensure (Texas)

Neonatal NP Certification

NNP-BC Board Certification

Job description

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in nursing or higher with appropriate nurse practitioner certification for patient care in the area of clinical specialization. Current Texas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure. Successful completion of Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Program. Board-Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP-BC)

Job Description:

Provides advanced practice health care services to high-risk newborns and infants who need intensive medical attention due to low birth weights, prematurity, infections, congenital anomalies, or other health conditions; as well as documentation of services, collaborates with colleagues and clinical director, supervises assigned support staff, participates in quality assurance activities, and demonstrates a commitment to quality health care.

Job Duties:

• Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration.
• Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
• Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual’s health and socioeconomic status.
• Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes.
• Facilitates patient transition within and between health care services to ensure accurate communication among the health care team.
• Documents in a timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for and available for review by the interdisciplinary team.
• Serve as a clinical mentor and role model for professionalism, communication, and teamwork with NP students, fellows, residents, and other learners.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in Level III/IV NICU
• Delivery room resuscitation and stabilization experience

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.