Neonatal Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Dept Number/Name: 0-6119-000 / Dept Of PediatricsCollege Division: USFHealth-College of MedicineSalary Plan: FacultyJob Code/Title: 9004 / Neonatal Nurse Practitioner/Physician AssistantHiring Salary/Salary Range: NegotiablePosition Number: 00048141ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:USF Health's mission is to envision and implement the future of health. It is the partnership of the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Public Health, the Taneja College of Pharmacy, the School of Biomedical Sciences and the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, and the USF Physician's Group. USF is a global research university ranked 34th in federal research expenditures for public universities. For information regarding the USF Health, please visit our website at POSITION SUMMARY:The APRN will act in accordance with Florida Statutes for the Nurse Practitioners Act. The care and management of critically ill infants requiring hospitalization in a level IV neonatal intensive care unit. This NICU Nurse Practitioner will cover night and/or day shifts as assigned including weekend coverage.The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is based at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) in Tampa, FL. TGH is a 1,018-bed teaching hospital affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. It is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in west central Florida, serving a dozen counties with a population over 4 million. In addition to being a level one trauma center, it has a level 3 NICU. The 82-bed Jennifer Leigh Muma NICU is a designated Regional Perinatal Intensive Care Center designated by the State of Florida to deliver the highest level of medical care to premature and sick infants, and to women with high-risk pregnancies. USF/TGH Neonatology also participates in the Florida Perinatal Quality Collaborative, a statewide initiative to improve maternal and infant health outcomes in Florida.RESPONSIBILITIES:CLINICAL: Ongoing evaluation and management of neonates and infants requiring care in the neonatal intensive care unit, participation in multidisciplinary rounds, and coordination of care with ancillary staff and family.Attendance at high-risk deliveries and immediate stabilization of critically ill neonates under the supervision of the attending Neonatologist.Documentation of all orders, procedures, and progress notes on the patient's medical record. Performs procedures necessary for the care of neonates and infants in the intensive care unit including endotracheal intubation, umbilical line placement, PICC line placement, lumbar punctures, and peripheral arterial lines.TEACHING: Supervision of pediatric residents and participation in the teaching of pediatric residents and medical students.Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher-level administrator of a state university. Responsible for teaching, service, and related activities. May be responsible for research and/or academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department/unit on university and/or Statewide committees.OTHER: Participation in Quality Assurance / Improvement Other duties as assigned.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:Educational Requirements: Master's Degree in Nursing: ARNP training; Florida License. BLS/AED certification is required and must be maintained. Any equivalent combination of experience and education.Experience Requirements: 2-5 years; at least 2 years of experience evaluating pediatric patients (2year experience assessing neonates preferred)Minimum 1 year nursing experience in a physician's office or clinic experience in an ambulatory health care facility preferred. BLS/AED certification is required and must be maintained. ACLS or PALSMaster's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of InstructorThis position requires graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64, or graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 458 and 459 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.USF offers GREAT BENEFITS to full-time employees* Medical Insurance* Dental Insurance* Vision Insurance* Paid Vacation Days* Paid Sick Days* 11 Paid Holidays* Various Retirement Options, including 401K employer match* Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner, or dependent)* On-campus Childcare Options* Flexible Work Program: full-time/part-time remote work (based on position requirements)* Other Voluntary Benefits OfferedFor more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit: Work at USFUSF HealthInformation for ApplicantsThis position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.Job Opening Number: 33340Posting Date: 2/2/2023Posting End Date: Posted till filledHow To ApplyClick on the Apply Now button. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload a cover letter and resume.Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.Click here for additional tutorial information.Equal Employment OpportunityUSF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.Work LocationCampus map and location overview:USF - HealthUSF - Tampa CampusAbout USFThe University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.Working at USFWith more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here.Connect with us:

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