Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - (043)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME allowance $2,000/year

Robust educational assistance

Paid time off

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join RNICU/CCN/NBN teams. You will round, assess patients, perform procedures, attend deliveries, input orders, read xrays, and provide oversight of neonatal care, with weekend and holiday coverage and no on-call time.

This role requires an NNP certification and active APN/CRNP credentials from the Alabama Board of Nursing. BLS is required; ACLS/PALS may be required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with Neonatal NP certification required.
• APN/CRNP certification with Alabama Board of Nursing required.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of employment.
• ACLS and/or PALS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to neonatal patients per physician directives.
• Round, assess patients, perform procedures, and supervise care in RNICU/CCN/NBN.
• Attend deliveries and input orders.
• Read xrays and assist with procedures.
• Coordinate and participate in discharge planning and care improvement.

Skills

Neonatal patient care

Critical care

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Nursing with Neonatal NP certification

APN/CRNP certification with Alabama Board of Nursing

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Position Overview

Incentives: $2,000 allowance per year for CME opportunities

Pay range: $116,313.60 - $151,195.20/ year

Shifts: 12hr PM shifts

Schedules: 8 p.m.- 8 a.m.

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner will work with the attending, fellow, and resident to provide care for the patients in RNICU, CCN, and NBN. The NNP will round, assess patients, perform procedures, attend deliveries, input orders, read xrays, and provide oversight in the NBN. This role includes a weekend and holiday requirement but features no on-call time. The preferred certification for this role is a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.

Job Description

To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to neonatal patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code). The collaborating physician shall be available for direct communication for consultation and referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician who is pre-approved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the same manner as the collaborating physician of record. To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient. To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed. To perform comprehensive physical examination and assessments. To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient's medical record and social data. To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement. To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing with a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certificationrequired. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) with Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) Specialty by the Alabama Board of Nursing. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.