Neonatal Nurse Practitioner — NICU & Education Leader

Appone; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Retirement Contribution

Paid Malpractice Insurance

Job summary

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of General Pediatrics, is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta.

The role focuses on providing comprehensive care for healthy newborns in the nursery and critically ill neonates in a level II NICU, collaborating with neonatologists and pediatric teams, and educating families as well as trainees. A strong NICU background is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing, with a focus on Neonatology.
• Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP).
• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in level III or IV NICU.
• Strong clinical skills with 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Neonatal care

Neonatal resuscitation

Communication

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Neonatology

Job description

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of General Pediatrics, is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta.

The role focuses on providing comprehensive care for healthy newborns in the nursery and critically ill neonates in a level II NICU, collaborating with neonatologists and pediatric teams, and educating families as well as trainees. A strong NICU background is essential.