Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Dubuque, IA - PRN

MercyOne; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 2,277,000 - 3,079,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation per shift

PRN schedule

Tail coverage

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is seeking a PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with expertise in perinatal and neonatal health to join our team in Dubuque, Iowa. The NNP will provide assessment, evaluation and treatment for neonates under pediatric supervision, participate in high-risk deliveries, and ensure stabilization for transport when needed.

The role requires completion of an accredited NNP program, unrestricted Iowa license, and NICU experience of at least two years, with BLS, ACLS, PALS

Qualifications

• Accredited NNP program completed.
• Unrestricted State of Iowa license.
• NICU experience minimum 2 years.
• Comfortable working independently with one NNP per shift.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP certifications.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, and treat neonates under pediatrician supervision.
• Provide newborn care, resuscitation, and stabilization for deliveries.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging; write medication orders and admissions.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and stabilize babies for transport if needed.
• Participate in quality improvement and policy development in Birth Center.

Skills

NICU experience

Independent practice

NNP certification

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS

NRP Certification

Education

Unrestricted Iowa license

Accredited NNP program

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Description:Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is seeking a PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with a high degree of expertise in perinatal and neonatal health to join our team located in Dubuque, Iowa.

OPPORTUNITY DETAILS:

• The selected Neonatal Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for providing the assessment, evaluation, and treatment of neonates under the supervision of pediatricians.
• Additional Job Functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Function as the mid-level provider for newborn patients by:
• Assessing, planning, and evaluating medical care under the direction of the attending pediatrician.
• Reporting accurately and concisely to attending pediatrician and in problem-oriented documentation.
• Ordering and interpreting laboratory data and plain x-ray film as appropriate.
• Writing appropriate orders for medications, IV therapy, parental nutrition, blood products and for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Attend high-risk deliveries, resuscitate, and stabilize patients.
• Stabilizing babies for transport to other hospital systems that require a higher level of care.
• Attend and provide newborn care, resuscitation and stabilization for all deliveries as required.
• Provide consultation to administrative, nursing, and medical staff.
• Participate in the ongoing competency assessment program for maintenance of advanced neonatal knowledge and skills of nursing staff.
• Participate in nursing education and ongoing competency assessment.
• Initiate and pursue self-development activities through readings, lectures and formal educational programs.
• Participate as appropriate in quality improvement and the formulation, revision and implementation of policies and procedures in Birth Center as appropriate.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of an accredited NNP program
• Unrestricted State of Iowa License
• Experience in a NICU for a minimum of two years
• Must be comfortable working independently as only 1 NNP will be scheduled per shift – providing coverage in the level II NICU, nursery rounds, attending deliveries, and performing circumcisions.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS Certification
• NRP Certification
• Clinical knowledge, current clinical competences, and analytical abilities necessary to formulate nursing and medical interventions.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, other health care personnel, and visitors.

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE:

• Competitive compensation plan- $1944 her shift
• PRN Schedule – set your schedule as you desire – working 24-hour shifts
• Profession Malpractice Coverage with Tail Coverage

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.