NEONATAL NURSE PRACTITIONER FULL-TIME

Job Opportunity

Job ID: 54108

Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:

Description

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job :

Responsible for providing assessment, evaluation and treatment of neonates in the RNICU in collaboration with the Neonatologists.

Essential Duties

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Assessing, planning, and evaluating medical care in collaboration with the Neonatologists
• Report accurately and concisely in-patient care rounds and problem oriented documentation
• Collaborate with health care team in planning and coordinating care for the neonate and his/her family through care conferences
• Orders diagnostic studies and therapeutic measures in collaboration with the responsible physician
• Orders medications utilizing approved NICU goals, guidelines and protocols (includes blood and blood products)
• Attend high-risk deliveries, resuscitate and stabilize patients
• Determine need for and perform core specialized diagnostic, therapeutic and other procedures
• Perform the following procedures after consultation with a Neonatologist (unless life threatening situation): exchange transfusion, initiation of oscillator ventilator support, pericardiocentesis, thoracotomy for chest tube insertion
• Provide direction to NNTS on transport or participate on transports when appropriate
• Provide consultation to Newborn Nursery and Perinatal areas
• Assist in clinical supervision and teaching of residents, advanced practice nursing students, and PA students
• Participates in performance evaluations
• Formulate long and short-term goals based on self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses
• Participate as appropriate in the formulation, revision and implementation of policies and procedures in the RNICU
• Participate in performance improvement
• Assist in maintaining a climate conductive to open communication
• Act a role model and resource for peers, residents and nursing staff
• Maintain a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations, the Corporate Compliance Plan, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior
• Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow Health System's Customer Service Behavioral Standards of Performance by respecting the Privacy and Confidentiality of those we serve
• Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider, and organizational confidentiality procedures and protocols defined under HIPAA privacy procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information
• Maintains and protects patients' rights under the HIPAA privacy standards
• Apply research findings in one's practice and teaching
• Support and participate in research activities
• Promote understanding of research projects and/or findings for nursing students, staff, and peers

Job Requirements

General Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
• Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.
• Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years NNP/PA experience
• Previous lead experience. Preferred.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NNP program
• Current NP licensure in State of MI

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, clinical practice standards, normal maternal / fetal growth and development, and requirements of Advanced practice provider practice.
• Able to independently seek out resources and solve complex problems.
• Able to communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others.
• Able to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, perform health assessments, treatment, and follow-up.
• Able to use fine motor skills.
• Able to record activities, document assessments & interventions; prepare reports and presentations.
• Able to use computer and learn new software programs.
• Able to provide leadership in clinical area of expertise and in meeting organizational goals
• Able to navigate the Hospital and DUHS to provide clinical expertise to specific patient populations
• Able to withstand prolonged standing and walking with the ability to move or lift at least fifty pounds
• Able to remain focused and organized
• Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

The University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing is seeking full-time, enthusiastic and dedicated Neonatologist Nurse Practitioners to join the Neonatology team. UMH-Sparrow is committed to improving access to medical care across the Mid-Michigan region.

• Provide clinical care in a 35-bed Level III NICU and a 12-bed Special Care Nursery
• NICU manages 700-800 admissions annually, with high-frequency ventilation, inhaled nitric oxide,

and therapeutic hypothermia

• Team includes neonatologists, APPs, fellows, and residents
• Participate in academic case conferences and QI initiatives with Michigan Medicine
• 12-hour shifts

Position is hospital-employed and offers

• Excellent compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with matching funds, generous CME benefits
• Malpractice insurance

Learn more about this position by contacting:

Melissa Lucero, Physician Recruiter Senior

Regional Physician and APP Recruitment

Melissa.lucero@uofmhealth.org

517-364-5817

Book time with Lucero, Melissa

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

In support of a diverse workforce, University of Michigan Health- Sparrow encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women. University of Michigan Health- Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

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Job Family

Physicians & Advanced Practice Providers

Requirements

Shift

Variable

Degree Type / Education Level

Master's

Status

Full-time

Facility

Sparrow Hospital

Experience Level

Under 4 Years