NICU-NNP APRN/PA Instructor I
Job Description
The APRN/PA will act in accordance with Florida Statutes for the Nurse Practitioners Act. The care and management of critically ill infants requiring hospitalization in a level IV neonatal intensive care unit. This NICU Nurse Practitioner will cover night and/or day shifts as assigned including weekend coverage.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is based at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) in Tampa, FL.
Responsibilities
Clinical:
Ongoing evaluation and management of neonates and infants requiring care in the neonatal intensive care unit, participation in multidisciplinary rounds, and coordination of care with ancillary staff and family. Attendance at high-risk deliveries and immediate stabilization of critically ill neonates under the supervision of the attending Neonatologist. Documentation of all orders, procedures, and progress notes on the patient's medical record. Performs procedures necessary for the care of neonates and infants in the intensive care unit including endotracheal intubation, umbilical line placement, PICC line placement, lumbar punctures, and peripheral arterial lines.
Teaching:
Supervision of pediatric residents and participation in the teaching of APP students, pediatric residents and medical students.
Administrative:
Participates in QA projects, educational sessions for clinical staff and attends scheduled organizational sessions.
Other:
Performs other duties as assigned by Chair.
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