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Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP)

Location: San Francisco, CA

Department: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Reports To: Medical Director, NICU Manager

About Us:

Our children's hospital in San Francisco is well-known for its exceptional care for critically ill infants. As a level IV regional NICU, we provide comprehensive and advanced treatment options to newborns, attracting patients from across the region.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) who will play a pivotal role in delivering expert medical care to critically ill infants in our cutting-edge NICU. This position necessitates exceptional clinical expertise, critical thinking abilities, and effective collaboration with a diverse team of healthcare professionals, including physicians and nurses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive assessments of infants, including gathering medical histories, conducting physical examinations, and carrying out diagnostic evaluations.
• Create and implement personalized treatment plans in collaboration with the medical team.
• Conduct various medical procedures, such as:
  • Performing intubation and extubation
  • Placing and managing central lines
  • Catheterizing umbilical arteries and veins
  • Administering and interpreting diagnostic tests (e.g., ABGs, blood gases)
  • Administering medications and blood products
• Monitor infants' progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
• Provide education and support to families regarding their infants' conditions and care.
• Participate in rounds, conferences, and other educational activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and research endeavors.

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's Degree in Nursing with a specialization in Neonatal Nurse Practitioner.
• Certification: NNP-BC certification is required.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience as a Neonate NP in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit OR recent completion of a Neonatal ICU Fellowship.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Active and current RN and NP licenses in California.
  • Current national certification from an accepted certifying agency.
  • California driver's license (CDL) may be required for the position.
  • Current AHA BLS and NRP certifications.
  • DEA license required within 90 days of employment.
  • CMS Medicare and Medicaid enrollment required.
• Other:
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork abilities.
  • Capability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary ($185,000 - $250,000)
• Signing bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance coverage
• Retirement plans (401k, pension)
• Continuing education opportunities

Schedule:

• Full-time position with 12-hour shifts
• Shifts available: Days, evenings, nights, rotating, weekends, holidays

Note: Candidates with less than 6 months of NP experience will be hired as a Nurse Practitioner 1.