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The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health team and is responsible for providing comprehensive and age appropriate care to both well and/or ill patients. The NNP educates patients' families and/or intervenes in acute or chronic illness. The NNP practices within their scope as defined by their education, NP specialty certification and the guidelines of the unit, department and institution. The NNP is granted affiliate staff privileges by the Johns Hopkins Hospital Medical Board; these privileges reviewed during re-credentialing. Nurse Practitioner (ICU) works within a designated ICU unit.
Shift: Fulltime
Schedule: Rotating, Days and Nights, Weekends and Holidays
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough assessments of neonatal patients.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitor and manage the ongoing care of patients, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Educate and support patients and their families in understanding and managing complex medical conditions.
- Serve as a resource and mentor to other healthcare team members.
- Participate in case conferences and collaborate with specialists to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
Qualifications:
- Master's or Doctorate degree in nursing from an accredited NNP program
- Registered Nurse (RN) license and Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification
- Maryland or Compact RN and CRNP
- Current BLS CPR certification
- Minimum 3 years of acute care RN OB and/or NICU experience; NICU experience preferred
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