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Job description
Overview
The Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal utilizes advanced education and training in the care of neonates, enhancing the practice and quality of care for 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 in accordance with the appropriate policies, procedures and NNP Scope of Practice.
Essential Function
24 Hour Shifts
Responsibilities
Deliver neonatal care in collaboration with the healthcare team under approved protocols.
Plan, implement, and evaluate medical and nursing care for critically ill neonates.
Qualifications
Experience: 1 to 2 years NNP in level III NICU
Education: Master's Degree Nursing – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Licenses and Certifications
Neonatal Resuscitation Program – American Academy of Pediatrics
Basic Life Support (Healthcare Provider) – American Heart Association
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Registered Nursing License – Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner – National Certification Corporation (NCC)
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.
Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
Effective verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
The above job summary is an general description of duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
Work Shift
Variable Hours (United States of America)
About LCMC Health
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.
Our culture celebrates authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a compassionate approach to care. Lakeview Hospital provides the only Level II trauma center in St. Tammany Parish and offers comprehensive services with a foundation of excellence in heart, stroke, orthopedic, and women's care.
Your extras
Deliver healthcare with heart.
Give people a reason to smile.
Put a little love in your work.
Be honest and real, but with compassion.
Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
Think one-of-a-kind care rather than one-size-fits-all.
See opportunities, not problems – it's all about perspective.
Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
Love what makes you, you – because we do.
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Worksite address
covington, LA, 70435, US
Who can apply
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