Neonatology Nurse Practitioner - NICU. Brenham Move Collective

Intensivist Medicine Nurse Practitioner

Position Highlights:

• Balanced
  
  Schedule:
  
  7 on / 7 off with 24-hour coverage
• Weekend & Call Coverage Required
• Low Patient Volume:
  Manage an average of 3-4 patients per day for high-quality, focused care
• Growing NICU Program:
  Currently a Level I unit with plans to transition to Level II – great opportunity to be part of program expansion
• Collaborative Care Model:
  Work alongside Family Practice, OB/GYN providers, experienced RN staff, and unit support
• Autonomous Practice:
  Independent role with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• Diverse Clinical Scope:
  Responsibilities include hospital rounding, delivery stabilization, discharge planning, and circumcisions
• Experience Preferred:
  Seeking candidates with 2+ years of NICU experience (no new grads at this time)
• Community-Focused
  
  Location:
  
  Practice in a welcoming, tight-knit environment while making a meaningful impact

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note:

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's specialty and training.
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice (and knowledge of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on-call support.

• Knowledge of information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties, interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans.
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
• Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.
• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas.
• Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

• Education – Graduate of an accredited program.
• Experience – Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/License/Registration – Nurse Practitioner (NP), Registered Nurse (RN), Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer; must hold one of the following certifications: ACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, or NNP-BC.