Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Neonatology - Galveston at University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston, Texas

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.