Full Job Description
Completes thorough but appropriately focused evaluations of term and premature newborns primarily in the NICU Level III, including competent and age appropriate histories and examinations. Identifies level of illness severity in a timely manner. Presents thoughtful assessments to the supervising physician and works towards prescribing necessary care plans. Performs appropriate procedures under their responsibility with the appropriate guidance. Knows when and how to seek assistance.
Minimum Education and Experience Required
Minimum education (degree/type of degree).
Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner: Graduate degree in nursing accredited by one of the national certifying bodies in nursing. (Or, on or before December 31, 2004, completion of an advanced nurse practitioner program recognized by a national certifying body for certification as a nurse practitioner.)
Or…
- Physician Assistant: Graduation from a physician assistant program accredited, at the time of graduation, by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
License and/or Certification
At time of hire and maintenance at time of appointment or privilege approval:
- Provider licensing:
- Current Neonatal Nurse Practitioner licensure in the State of Connecticut or New York, as appropriate. OR…
- Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc. (NCCPA). Current Physician Assistant licensure in the State of Connecticut or New York, as appropriate.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certification required within 3 months of hire.
Additionally:
- Depending on privileges for role, federal DEA and CT controlled substance registration may be required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem
Pay: $128,000.00 – $165,970.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Pediatrics
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Meriden, CT (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Meriden, CT: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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