Overview

General Summary:

The NNP, under the supervision of Physicians is responsible for:

• The NNP is responsible for providing care for newborn and NICU patients within the scope of licensure and within the supervising physician's scope of practice.
• Evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, order and interpret labs, x-rays and other diagnostic studies per specialty guidelines and under the guidance of the Neonatologist
• Perform procedures such as intubation, lumbar puncture, umbilical lines, PICC lines and chest tube placement, and circumcisions.
• Communicate effectively with parents, other specialists and among NICU team members.
• Providing education and support to patients’ families
• Dispensing medications under collaborative agreement with a supervising physician

Schedule Details:

• 24 hour unrestricted shifts – 7 days on and 7 days off
• Call required – 14 days per month
• Campus: AdventHealth Wesley Chapel and AdventHealth Zephyrhills

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Nursing with Neonatal Certification (required)
• 1-2 years of experience in the NICU as an RN (highly preferred)
• 1-2 years of experience in the NICU as a Neonatal APRN (required)

Required Licensure and Certification:

• Must hold a valid Florida APRN License with Neonatal certification
• Certification through ANCC, or other nationally recognized certifying body
• NRP certification