Nurse Practitioner-Neonatal

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Who We Are :

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center,

University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of more than 175 providers across

19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. We are a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported

group practice and are here to serve the community by putting our patients first. We offer exciting career opportunities

for qualified caring professionals and love to promote within.

Position Summary :

Provides total patient management for neo-natal patients in collaboration with and under the direction of a physician

by assessing, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic health problems. Follows established neo-natal standards,

procedures and protocols and gives patient care directions to nursing and other staff. Adjusts nursing care processes to

ensure optimal patient outcomes. Has knowledge of coding and billing parameters that govern provision of patient care

by Nurse Practitioner within state of Tennessee and as related to individual carriers. Ensures that documentation is

completed in accordance with institutional guidelines. Ensures and maintains the confidentiality of patient information

and other UTMG business information in accordance with HIPAA and other compliance standards. Complies with the

Code of Conduct and other established policies, including but not limited to compliance, quality and safety. Acts in

accordance with UT Medical Groups' mission at all times.

Key Result Areas (KRAs) :

• Patient assessment
• Patient treatment plans
• Clinical procedures
• Patient / medication orders
• Test interpretation
• Parent education
• Patient / family satisfaction
• Regulatory compliance
• Chart documentation
• Delivery room management / resuscitation
• Team orientation
• Patient care protocols
• Discharge planning

Requirements

Education & Experience :