Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Neonatology - Galveston

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides advanced practice health care services as well as documentation of services, collaborates with colleagues and clinical director, supervises assigned support staff, participates in quality assurance activities, and demonstrates a commitment to quality health care.

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

·       Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration.  

·       Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health.

·       Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient. 

·       Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations. 

·       Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.

·       Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual’s health and socioeconomic status. 

·       Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes. 

·       Facilitates patient transition within and between health care services to ensure accurate communication among the health care team. 

·       Documents in a timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for and available for review by the interdisciplinary team. 

·       Serve as a clinical mentor and role model for professionalism, communication, and teamwork with NP students, fellows, residents, and other learners. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

•         Master of Science in Nursing or higher

•         Current valid license as registered nurse in the state of Texas

     •         Current NNP-BC certification from the National Certification Corp (NCC) Board of Nurse Examiners

•         Full authorization to practice by the Texas Board of Nursing

•         AHA/AAP hospital-based provider for Neonatal Resuscitation Program

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

•         One year of experience in Level III/IV NICU

•         Delivery room resuscitation and stabilization experience

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.