We are looking to hire an enthusiastic APP Neonatal ICU/UKHC to join our amazing team at University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY.
Growing your career as a Full Time APP Neonatal ICU/UKHC is a fantastic opportunity to develop relevant skills.
If you are strong in planning, persuasion and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of APP Neonatal ICU/UKHC at University of Kentucky today!
Posting Details
Job Title
APP Neonatal ICU/UKHC Requisition Number
RE39993 Working Title
APP Neonatal ICU Department Name
MG340: Pediatrics Work Location
Lexington, KY Grade Level
15 Salary Range
$95,056-185,848/year Type of Position
Staff Position Time Status
Full-Time Required Education
MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience
1 yr Required License/Registration/Certification
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse ( APRN ) with Neonatal Nurse Practitioner ( NNP ) certification or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) Physical Requirements
Standing, sitting, occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs. Shift
12-hour shifts, variable weekends, weekdays, nights, holidays 7 shifts per pay period (2 weeks) Job Summary
As a Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider, one is expected to work in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary health care team. The neonatal APP functions as a member of the NICU medical management team, under the supervision of Neonatology attending physicians.
Key functions include: attend high-risk deliveries and perform resuscitation, perform and document a complete history and physical exam on admission/daily, round with multi-disciplinary team, collect and assess data, help determine diagnoses, manage diagnostic tests (through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision), develop daily plan of care, prescribe diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions, manage care pre/post-operative, serve as first responder, maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with the interdisciplinary health care team, communicate with patient/family/staff to promote continuity of care, keep up-to-date and appropriate documentation, assist with education of residents/students, participate in educational activities and policy development within the division/department.
Key medical procedures include: neonatal resuscitation, endotracheal intubation, umbilical venous and arterial catheter insertions, peripheral arterial line insertion, exchange transfusions, lumbar puncture, and chest tube insertion. The APP should demonstrate professional practice behaviors, function as a team player, actively participate in case conferences and educational lectures, staff and committee meetings, maintain continuing medical education, and keep appropriate licensure and certification current.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID -19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID -19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
N/A Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No Preferred Education/Experience
For Nurse Practitioners, 2 years of nursing experience in a NICU and completion of a NNP graduate program required. For Physician Assistants, the completion of PA NICU Residency and/or 2 years of NICU experience required. Deadline to Apply
06/04/2023 University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Benefits of working as a APP Neonatal ICU/UKHC in Lexington, KY:
? Excellent benefits
? Advancement opportunities
? Advantageous package
