NNP NICU Shift APP

Children's of Alabama; Birmingham (AL); In loco; USD 95.000 - 135.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Children's of Alabama in Birmingham seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to deliver advanced neonatal care within the NICU, in collaboration with physicians and the division leadership.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, emergency stabilization, and involvement in education and discharge planning, while participating in neonatal transports and quality improvement initiatives.

Competenze

• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (ABON preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner credential

Mansioni

• Provide direct medical care to at-risk and critically ill neonates in the NICU.
• Lead emergency stabilization and participate in neonatal transports when needed.
• Engage in staff development, education, and parental discharge planning.
• Collaborate with NICU leadership, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care.

Descrizione del lavoro

In Nursing Advanced Practice Providers at Main Campus Quarterback Tower

Work schedule will be Full-time on the Rotating Shift, Rotating 12 hour Shifts.

Summary

The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner is a registered professional nurse with advanced education and training in the care of the at-risk infant. This individual works in collaboration with the NICU Medical Director, staff neonatologists, the Division Director of Nursing, the Department Director and staff nurses. Major areas of responsibility include the provision of direct medical care to at risk and critically ill infants, the emergency stabilization of critically ill infants, participation in neonatal transports, participation in staff development and education, and participation in parent education and discharge planning.

Other information

Must meet the qualification for approval to practice as a nurse practitioner according to Section 610-X-9-.10 of the;Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code. Must be certified to practice as a nurse practitioner by the Alabama Board of Nursing as stated in section 610-X-9-.10 of the "Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code."

Credentials with Equivalent Qualifications

Essential:

• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner ABON
• Basic Life Support
• Registered Nurse AL Single State or any of the following equivalent qualifications below:
  • Registered Nurse AL NLC Multi State
  • Registered Nurse Non-AL NLC Multi State
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Education with Equivalent Qualifications

Essential:

• Masters of Science Nursing in Nursing

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications

Essential:

• 1 Year job experience as Staff Level with specialization in the field of Nursing Critical

The Nursing Advanced Practice Providers (APP) department comprises highly trained nurse practitioners and physician assistants who provide expert, autonomous, and collaborative care throughout nearly all divisions of the health system. APPs serve a critical role in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management, delivering quality healthcare by working closely with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams. Their responsibilities extend from direct patient care and health promotion to leading quality improvement initiatives and contributing to clinical education. By integrating advanced clinical knowledge with compassionate care, the APP department enhances patient outcomes, improves access to services, and supports the health system’s commitment to delivering comprehensive, high-quality care across diverse clinical settings.

Schedule

Rotating 12 hour Shifts, Rotating Shift, 12-Hour Shifts