Physician Neonatology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

General Summary:

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The APP, under the supervision of Physicians is responsible for:

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• The APP is responsible for providing care for NICU and newborn patients within the scope of licensure and within the supervising physician's scope of practice.
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• Evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, order and interpret labs, x-rays and other diagnostic studies per specialty guidelines and under the guidance of the Neonatologist
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• Perform procedures such as intubation, lumbar puncture, umbilical lines, PICC lines and chest tube placement, and circumcisions.
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• Communicate effectively with parents, other specialists and among NICU team members.
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• Providing education and support to patients’ families
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• Dispensing medications under collaborative agreement with a supervising physician
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Schedule Details:

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• 24 hour shifts, restricted/unrestricted
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• Call required – 14 days per month
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• Campus: AdventHealth Riverview
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Required Education and Experience:

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• Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies with Neonatal Certification (required)
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• 1-2 years of experience in the NICU as an RN (highly preferred)
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• 1-2 years of experience in the NICU as a Neonatal APRN or Neonatal PA-C
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Required Licensure and Certification:

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• Must hold a valid Florida APRN License with Neonatal certification
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• Certification through ANCC, or other nationally recognized certifying body
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• BLS, ACLS and PALS certification
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