About this opportunity
LCMC Health lists this Neonatal Nurse Practitioner- Manning Family Children's Main Campus NICU opportunity in new orleans, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal
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 evaluating medical and nursing care under approved protocols in accordance with policies and procedures and the NNP Scope of Practice.
Job Summary
This description outlines the responsibilities and qualifications for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner position. The role requires advanced clinical knowledge, coordination with interdisciplinary teams, and adherence to established protocols to provide safe, high‑quality care to neonates in a Level III NICU setting.
General Duties
Practice
Facilitates and maintains a safe environment for patients and others.
Performs the priority technical skills and procedures required by the area or department safely and in compliance, practicing the medical specialty ethically within Louisiana law and federal regulations.
Utilizes the nursing process to deliver patient care and facilitates continuity of care.
Performs procedures such as insertion of umbilical arterial and venous catheters, chest tubes in emergency situations, lumbar punctures, arterial punctures, venipunctures, and assists with newborn stabilization in the delivery room. Attends high‑risk deliveries and emergencies when requested.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and other health‑care professionals, participates in committees, task forces, and activities to identify actions that improve patient care. Seeks supervision, consultation, or assistance when unable to perform independently.
Initiates and/or maintains interventions to assure continuity of safe, effective care.
Documents care consistently with established guidelines.
Participates in the establishment of advance care protocols and maintains NICU policies and procedures, ensuring 24‑hour operation of the unit through communication with staff, managers, and supervisors.
Charting
Completes patients’ charts and medical records accurately and efficiently in accordance with medical center policy. Records assessment data, plans of care, and evaluations, and participates in patient‑care rounds involving nursing staff.
Education
Collaborates with the Nurse Manager and staff to assess learning needs and provides education to NICU/Nursery nursing staff on a regular basis.
Plans and implements educational activities (in‑services, continuing education programs) to meet identified learning needs.
Promotes professional staff development through education and other activities that enhance nursing practice.
Enhances professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, and in‑services.
Research
Keeps abreast of current clinical research findings and integrates them into nursing education programs.
Evaluates the impact of programs on patient care and nursing practice.
Experience Qualifications
1 to 2 years as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in a Level III NICU.
Education Qualifications
Master's Degree in Nursing – Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
Licenses and Certifications
Neonatal Resuscitation Program – American Academy of Pediatrics
Basic Life Support (Health Care 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 (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 arterial puncture and cannulation, removal of thoracotomy tube, suprapubic bladder aspiration, umbilical arterial and venous catheterization, ventricular catheter reservoir aspiration. Requires computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information, proficiency with Windows–style applications and keyboard, and effective verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Reporting Relationships
The position does not formally supervise employees.
Functional Demands
Light physical requirements, including walking or standing for a significant period, sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling, and performing tasks at a production pace. The role may involve exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and may require moving objects that are lightweight but demand continuous activity.
Physical Demands
Sitting, standing, and walking continuous 67‑100% of the day.
Climbing stairs or ladders frequently 36‑66% of the day.
Lifting 0‑20 lbs occasionally 0‑35% of the day.
Carrying objects, pushing/pulling, twisting, bending, reaching forward and overhead, squatting/kneeling/crawling, wrist deviations, pinch/fine motor activities occasional 0‑35% of the day.
Keyboard use and repetitive motion frequent 36‑66% of the day.
Talking or hearing continuous 67‑100% of the day.
Sensory Requirements
Near vision accurate 20/20.
Far vision accurate 20/20.
Color discrimination required.
Depth perception accurate.
Hearing accurate.
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Bloodborne pathogens – reasonable anticipation.
Chemical exposure – reasonable anticipation.
Airborne communicable diseases – reasonable anticipation.
Extreme temperatures – reasonable anticipation.
Radiation – not anticipated.
Uneven surfaces or elevations – reasonable anticipation.
Extreme noise levels – reasonable anticipation.
Dust or particulates – not anticipated.
Other exposures – not anticipated.
Population Served
Neonate/Infant up to 1 year – served.
Youth (1‑15 years) – not served.
Adult (16 and up) – not served.
Work Shift
Variable Hours (United States of America)
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
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
new orleans, LA, 70123, US
Who can apply
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