NEONATAL NURSE PRACTIONER OR PA-C

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Education A Masters degree in nursing is required. Licensed by Arkansas State Board of Nursing as an Advanced Practice Nurse. Certification by national certifying body with prescriptive privileges. Advanced training as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner required. Experience 3 years experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care (level 3 or higher) is desired.

Physical This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Job Summary Provide care for well term newborns as well as premature and sick newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), mother/baby unit, emergency room, delivery room, or specialty clinic. The NNP will work under the direction of the neonatologist and/or pediatrician while assuming responsibility for their patients, exercising judgment when necessary to assess, diagnose, and initiate medical procedures. They will perform a number of duties, including: Monitoring specialized equipment, including incubators and ventilators. Providing education and support to patients families regarding neonatal, intensive and, postpartum care. Dispensing medications under collaborative agreement with a physician. Performing diagnostic tests and other procedures, such as intubation and blood draws. Ensuring proper feeding and basic care. Attending high risk deliveries to assist with admission and stabilization of newborns.