Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Neonatology

Who We Are:

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Position Summary

Provides total patient management for neo-natal patients in collaboration with and under the direction of a physician by assessing, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic health problems. Follows established neo-natal standards, procedures and protocols, and gives patient care directions to nursing and other staff. Adjusts nursing care processes to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Has knowledge of coding and billing parameters that govern provision of patient care by Nurse Practitioner within state of Tennessee and as related to individual carriers. Ensures that documentation is completed in accordance with institutional guidelines. Ensures and maintains the confidentiality of patient information and other UTMG business information in accordance with HIPAA and other compliance standards. Complies with the Code of Conduct and other established policies, including but not limited to compliance, quality and safety. Acts in accordance with UT Medical Groups’ mission at all times.

Key Results Areas (KRAs)

• Patient assessment
• Patient treatment plans
• Clinical procedures
• Patient/medication orders
• Test interpretation
• Parent education
• Patient/family satisfaction
• Regulatory compliance
• Chart documentation
• Delivery room management/resuscitation
• Team orientation
• Patient care protocols
• Discharge planning

Requirements

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Knowledge of FDA
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education & Experience

• Licensed as an RN, MSN degree and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner required (must include Certification and prescriptive authority)
• State of Tennessee licensure is required
• 2 years experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred

University Clinical Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

Effective November 1, 2021, UCH requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (or have an approved medical or religious exemption from UCH). Please note that a job offer is contingent on submitting proof of COVID-19 vaccination or UCH approval of a medical or religious exemption request. Employees with approved exemptions will be required to undergo weekly COVID-19 testing at an assigned UCH testing location and time.