Urgently Require a Neonatal NP - Illinois
Glencoe, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Neonatology
Degree Required
PhD
DNP
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Inpatient
Location
61637, Peoria, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
12/04/24
We are seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join a Level 4 NICU team at a large academic medical center in Illinois. This role involves managing and stabilizing high-risk neonates in the delivery room and NICU. The provider will work with a collaborative team of neonatologists, fellows, residents, and respiratory therapists in a 60-65 bed NICU.
This position requires night, 24-hour, and weekend shifts, with an estimated 10 shifts per month. The ideal candidate will have experience with neonatal critical care and competency in delivery room resuscitation and stabilization for all gestational ages.
Job Responsibilities
Manage a team of 15-20 neonatal patients during a 12-hour shift.
Attend high-risk deliveries and perform neonatal resuscitation and stabilization.
Perform advanced neonatal procedures, including:
Umbilical line placement
Central line/PICC placement
Arterial line placement
Intubation
Newborn resuscitation
Lumbar punctures
Chest tube placement
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including neonatologists, fellows, residents, and respiratory therapists.
Provide step-down care as needed.
Document patient care accurately using EPIC EMR.
Qualifications
Board Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible.
Licensure: Active Illinois state license required.
Certifications: PALS certification required.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a Level 4 NICU or equivalent neonatal care setting.
DEA license required.
CSR License required.
Working Hours
Skills
Competence in performing advanced neonatal procedures.
Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.