Neonatal Nurse Practitioner/Neonatal Physician Assistant
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta·DeKalb County, Georgia
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta·DeKalb County, Georgia
The Neonatal Advanced Practice Practitioner is responsible for providing comprehensive care to neonates and their families, including assessment, clinical management, and collaboration with healthcare providers. They also serve as an educational resource and facilitate patient referrals as needed.
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It’s a great time to be a Neonatal Advanced Practice Provider at Children’s! The need for our specialized care has never been greater in our community. Our pediatric care is regularly recognized for being among the best in the country. We are ranked as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report and have achieved Magnet® recognition for our dedication to nursing excellence. Our Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) provide comprehensive, advanced care for critically ill newborns and premature infants in the Southeast.
The Neonatal Advanced Practice Practitioner (Neonatal APP) is responsible for providing comprehensive care at an advanced practice level to neonates and their families through assessment, communication, clinical management, collaboration, coordination, education, program development, research, quality, professional development, and system participation. Experience · No minimum experience required.
· 2 years of experience in pediatric healthcare preferred. · Doctorate degree in Nursing Practice or Master’s or Doctorate degree in Medical Science Education · Master’s degree in nursing or bachelor’s degree in medical science Certification Summary · Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the single State of Georgia OR Multi-State through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state of Georgia OR licensure as a Physician Assistant in the state of Georgia · Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by the National Certification Corporation (NCC) or National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) · Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire · Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Neonatal Resuscitation program (NRP) within 60 days of hire Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities · Proficient knowledge of Georgia Scope of Practice for Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants, Joint Commission regulatory requirements and Credentialing process of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants · Excellent communication (written, spoken & presentation), organizational, and interpersonal skills. · Demonstrates personal and professional integrity; collaborative and respectful behavior; flexibility and willingness to change. Job Responsibilities Clinical · Provide comprehensive patient care management within a collaborative practice model for neonates under the supervision of the supervising/collaborating physician within the scope of practice outlined by state statute and Children’s bylaws in the inpatient and/or ambulatory settings. This includes: Performing comprehensive histories and physical exams and identifying normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status Ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic tests Developing pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans Serving as an educational resource for patients, families, health care professionals, and students Facilitating patient referrals to other medical providers, medical facilities, and other health/social service agencies as needed Collaborating and/or consulting with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate Professional Development · Recognizes the importance of participation in professional organizations. · Accepts responsibility for ongoing professional development and maintenance of professional competence and credentials. · Continuously conducts self-evaluation of advanced practice skills in an effort to ensure competent clinical care and continued self-development. · Assists in the development of education for department/practice. Quality and Evidence-Based Practice Behaviors · Participates in continuous quality improvement based on professional practice standards for department/practice. · Participates in and complies with hospital/departmental policies. · Support compliance with National Patient Safety Goals related to applicable administrative Joint Commission Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address 2220 North Druid Hills Road Job Family Nurse Practitioner/Phys Assistant
A Master’s degree in nursing or a bachelor’s degree in medical science is required, along with licensure as a Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in Georgia. Preferred qualifications include 2 years of experience in pediatric healthcare and advanced practice certification.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Georgia are often competitive because employers typically look for graduate nursing preparation, current certifications, and credentialing aligned with Medical Staff Guidelines. Demand is usually strongest where care teams need experienced clinicians who can step into complex patient care quickly. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certifications and document your one year of preferred experience before applying.
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