Nurse Practitioner-Neonatal

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job Status : Part- Time (20 hours / week)

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 175+ providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. UCH is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and is here to serve the community while providing medical excellence to our patients. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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 Results 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

Core Competencies :

Requirements :

Education & Experience