About this opportunity
100 LCMC Health lists this Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Lakeside Hospital - NICU Level III opportunity in bethesda, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal (NNP) utilizes advanced education and training in the care of neonates, enhancing the practice and quality of care for critically ill neonates. The NNP works in collaboration with other staff and managers in the planning, implementing and evaluation of medical and nursing care under approved protocols in accordance with the appropriate policies, procedures and NNP Scope of Practice.
Work Shift
24‑hour shifts, variable hours (United States of America).
Responsibilities
Provides advanced clinical care to critically ill neonates.
Works in collaboration with other staff and managers in the planning, implementing and evaluation of medical and nursing care under approved protocols.
Documents and retrieves patient information using computer applications.
Qualifications
1 to 2 years NNP in level III NICU.
Master’s degree in Nursing – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
Licenses and Certifications
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) – Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
Registered Nursing License – Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner – Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
National Certification Corporation (NCC) – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
American Academy of Pediatrics – Basic Life Support.
American Heart Association – Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
Health Care Provider Basic Life Support.
Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of APRN procedures specific to the role: chest tube placement, endotracheal intubation, lumbar puncture, needle thoracotomy, percutaneous central line placement, peripheral artery puncture and cannulation, removal of thoracotomy tube, suprapubic bladder aspiration, umbilical artery catheterization, umbilical vein catheterization, and ventricular catheter reservoir aspiration.
Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficient with Windows‑style applications and keyboard use.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
General Job Summary
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
Equal Opportunity Employer
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Worksite address
bethesda, MD, 20811, US
Who can apply
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