A health services organization in Pennsylvania is seeking a licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join their growing Perinatal Newborn Unit at a hospital in Philadelphia.

About the Opportunity:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Shifts: 8 to 16 hours per shift
• Department: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Patient Volume: 15 to 20 newborn infants daily

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive care to newborn infants in a Perinatal Newborn Unit
• Perform newborn evaluations, medical assessments, and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with Physicians, Pediatric Residents, and the Healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Document patient encounters accurately in Cerner EMR for inpatient and outpatient units
• Perform procedures within the NP scope of practice, including but not limited to newborn resuscitation, stabilization, and monitoring
• Participate in daily rounds and communicate effectively with families regarding patient care

Qualifications:

• Certification as a Pediatric or Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner
• Experience working in a Perinatal Newborn Unit
• Demonstrated competency in Neonatal Evaluation and Management
• Proficiency in Newborn Resuscitation and Stabilization
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for interdisciplinary teamwork