What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - full-time, .9FTE position at CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.?
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Position Summary-
Working in collaboration with neonatologists, NNP's are responsible for the day to day management of critically ill and convalescing infants in - leading care and coordinating the efforts of the health care team. This includes specialized neonatal care i.e. delivery room resuscitation, stabilization, initiation of infant treatment and necessary procedures, prescribing diagnostic testing, medications, and therapies, and providing family support. NNP's are in a leadership position in the NICU. Additional responsibilities include select nursing and medical staff education; consultation; advocacy for patients, families, and nursing staff; involvement in professional development and research; participation and leadership in unit committees and councils; improvement of unit-specific neonatal outcomes.
Position Requirements-
- Professional level of knowledge within health care field through completion of a Master's Degree in nursing-advanced practice.
- License to practice professional nursing in the State of Wisconsin. Current CPR certification ' Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required.
- Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) training is required.
- Certification for Neonatal Nurse Practitioners must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
- Proficiency in complex professional and administrative skills usually acquired through 2-3 years of clinical experience related to program specialty.
- Experience in program development helpful.
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses:
one of the following: - N/A, BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Health & Safety Association, License Advance Practice Nurse Prescriber (33) - State of Wisconsin, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin, NRPI-Neonatal Resuscitate Provider Instructor - American Academy of Pediatrics/American Heart Association, NRP-Neonatal Resuscitation Provider - American Academy of Pediatrics/American Heart Association
