Nurse Practitioner-Neonatal

University Clinical Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Memphis, Tennessee seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide total patient management for neonatal patients. Responsibilities include patient assessment, clinical procedures, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates must have a RN license, an MSN degree, and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner. 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner is preferred. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality care in the community.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a RN, MSN degree and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner required.
• State of Tennessee licensure is mandatory.
• 2 years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides total patient management for neonatal patients.
• Adjusts nursing care processes to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Ensures documentation complies with institutional guidelines.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical procedures

Written and verbal communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

MSN degree

Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

State of Tennessee licensure

Job description

Who We Are

As the only independent and physician‑led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best‑in‑class clinical care through a network of more than 175 providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid‑South community. We are a not‑for‑profit, non‑tax‑supported group practice and are here to serve the community by putting our patients first. We offer exciting career opportunities for qualified caring professionals and love to promote within.

University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Position Summary

Provides total patient management for neonatal patients in collaboration with and under the direction of a physician by assessing, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic health problems. Follows established neonatal standards, procedures and protocols and gives patient care directions to nursing and other staff. Adjusts nursing care processes to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Has knowledge of coding and billing parameters that govern provision of patient care by Nurse Practitioner within state of Tennessee and as related to individual carriers. Ensures that documentation is completed in accordance with institutional guidelines. Ensures and maintains the confidentiality of patient information and other UTMG business information in accordance with HIPAA and other compliance standards. Complies with the Code of Conduct and other established policies, including but not limited to compliance, quality and safety. Acts in accordance with UT Medical Groups’ mission at all times.

• Patient assessment
• Clinical procedures
• Patient/medication orders
• Test interpretation
• Patient/family satisfaction
• Regulatory compliance
• Delivery room management/resuscitation
• Team orientation

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

• Patient assessment
• Patient treatment plans
• Clinical procedures
• Patient/medication orders
• Test interpretation
• Parent education
• Patient/family satisfaction
• Regulatory compliance
• Chart documentation
• Delivery room management/resuscitation
• Team orientation
• Patient care protocols
• Discharge planning

Requirements

• Licensed as a RN, MSN degree and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner required (must include Certification and prescriptive authority)
• State of Tennessee licensure is required
• 2 years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Knowledge of FDA
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills