Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Nurse PractitionerUnder general supervision, and in collaboration with physician colleagues, responsible for diagnosing and treating patients. Provides continuity of patient care by facilitating and coordinating communication between the health care team, patient and patient's family. Coordinates care to ensure quality, effective care and patient safety. Serves as link integrating relevant research and best practices; and other duties as assigned.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEMaster of Science degree in Nursing with completion of a Nurse Practitioner program; Registered and currently recorded with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses and Certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of MarylandCurrent Neonatal Nurse Practitioner certification, preferredValid state APRN Recognition (must meet education requirement (s) for state recognition and obtain within six (6) months of hire)DEA and CDS eligibleCPR requiredBLS requiredACLS and/or other relevant certifications as required by the departmentA minimum of two years of neonatal nursing or clinical experience in a NICU setting is strongly preferredCurrent Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) provider status, preferred; opportunity to become an NMRP instructor if not already certified.A minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse is preferredDemonstrates ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional organizations, teaching, research, publishing, and/or certification in area of specialtyDemonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needsDemonstrates highly effective verbal and written communication skills are required to interact with patient families, departmental units, medical and nursing staff on all essential mattersMaintains updated mandatory trainingUpdates immunizations as recommended per practice areaThe referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland's Faculty Physician's Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.