Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner(Per Diem Day)-Neonatal Physician-Livingston NJ

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to deliver crucial medical care to neonates in the NICU. The role demands advanced nursing skills, NICU experience, and a master's degree in nursing. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnostic procedures, and collaboration with specialists to ensure optimal care for newborns.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year NICU experience as RN.
• CPR certification required.
• NP Certification and current NJ license essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess and provide treatment to neonates in a critical care setting.
• Perform physical exams and conduct diagnostic procedures.
• Discuss cases with healthcare team and prescribe interventions.

Skills

NICU experience

Patient education

Medical assessment

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Provides medical care and treatment to Neonates in the critical care setting under the direction of a Neonatologist. Responsible for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of newborn / neonatal care delivered to patients who present to the NICU and Labor and Delivery Unit. Performs physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and interprets laboratory studies. Prescribes appropriate interventions and medications. Utilizes Neonatal Nurse practitioner protocols and nursing care practice for Neonates and Newborn patients. Discusses cases with Obstetrician and Neonatologist. Provides education to patients.

Qualifications :

Required (APN / NP) :

• Minimum 1 year NICU experience as RN.
• Master’s degree in Nursing required.
• Registered Professional Nurse with current NJ state license; CDS and DEA.
• CPR certification.
• NP Certification.
• Three to five years of work experience as a professional nurse.
• Need NRP and BLS certifications.
• Prior experience in NICU.
• Registration & Licensure by the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners / Physician Assistant Advisory