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Form of workJOB SUMMARY:
Provides medical care and treatment to Neonates in the critical care setting under the direction of a Neonatologist. Responsible for the assessment, plan, implementation and evaluation of newborn/neonatal care delivered to patients who present to the NICU and Labor and Delivery Unit. Performs physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and interprets laboratory studies. Prescribes appropriate interventions and medications. Utilizes Neonatal Nurse practitioner protocols and nursing care practice for Neonates and Newborn patients. Discusses cases with Obstetrician and Neonatologist. Provides education to patients.
EDUCATION:
- Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Certified Advanced Practice Neonatology Nurse Practitioner licensed in the state of New Jersey
- APN Certification.
- NJ Prescriptive privileges.
- BLS/NRP certification required
- Successful Completion of Saint Barnabas Medical Center Orientation Programs.
