NNP - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - NICU

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• Department: NICU
• Schedule:
  
  Full time and PRN available
• Hospital: UAB St Vincent's Birmingham
• Location:
  
  Birmingham, AL

The NP will oversee and collaborate with the care team to create a plan of care for acutely ill neonates. The position requires willingness to work 24‑hour shifts. Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) certification through NCC and a master’s degree are required.

• In collaboration with a physician, provides individualized primary healthcare services by diagnosing and treating acute or chronic health conditions.
• Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination; orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies.
• Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations, and patient care.
• Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
• Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
• Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specialty region standards and network nursing policy.

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire or job transfer required;
  American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire required.
• DEA credential preferred.

• Master’s degree in Nursing required.

• PRN candidates must have at least one (1) year of NP NICU experience.

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we are a health‑care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all. We are committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients, fostering teamwork and unity among our 4,800 employees.

As one of Alabama’s best hospitals, recognized by U.S. News & World Report, we strive to improve the health and lives of those we serve.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care