Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Critical Care Neonatology - PRN - Augusta, GA

Clinical Care

Collaboration

Procedural Support

Rounds and Documentation

Education & Training

Quality Improvement

On-Call Availability

Education

Licensing

Certification

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or related neonatal care setting preferred.
• Education
• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) with a focus in Neonatal Nursing or related specialty.
• Licensing
• Current licensure as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in the State of Georgia or eligibility to obtain Georgia licensure.
• Certification
• Board Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP).
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong clinical and procedural skills in neonatology
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of NICU-specific protocols and evidence-based practices
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Skills & Competencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Level III or Level IV NICU
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• BLS certification
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or related neonatal care setting preferred.
• Work Schedule
• This is a PRN (as needed) position. Providers will be scheduled based on departmental staffing needs and individual availability. PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioners may work 12-hour or 24-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The Level IV NICU has an average daily census of approximately 40 patients with an average of 3 new admissions per day. APPs typically manage 8-12 patients per shift while collaborating with the neonatal care team.

Work Schedule

• This is a PRN (as needed) position. Providers will be scheduled based on departmental staffing needs and individual availability. PRN Neonatal Nurse Practitioners may work 12-hour or 24-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The Level IV NICU has an average daily census of approximately 40 patients with an average of 3 new admissions per day. APPs typically manage 8-12 patients per shift while collaborating with the neonatal care team.

About Wellstar MCG

Why Wellstar MCG?

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, high-quality care to neonates in the NICU, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of critically ill newborns and preterm infants.
• Work closely with neonatologists, pediatricians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Assist in neonatal procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, lumbar punctures, and other NICU-related procedures, as needed.
• Conduct patient rounds, including progress notes, assessments, and care plans for neonates in the NICU, ensuring timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Provide education and support to families of neonates, addressing concerns and providing guidance on infant care, development, and health issues.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical protocols and evidence-based practices to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide coverage for scheduled PRN shifts, including weekends, holidays, nights, and urgent staffing needs as available and agreed upon.