Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Advanced Practice Provider

Description

MaineHealthMaine Medical Center Barbara Bush Children's Hospital in Portland, Maine - Maine's only full-service Level IV NICU children's hospital, isrecruiting for an experienced advanced practice provider (APP); a neonatal nurse practitioner, acute care certified pediatric nurse practitioner, or a physician assistant. This is a part-time position (24 hrs) and new grads with a strong neonatal background are encouraged to apply.

The APP will provide detailed and comprehensive assessment and treatment of neonatal patients within the framework of safe patient and family centered care. The APP will be responsible for attending high-risk deliveries, as well as functioning as the lead on neonatal transports. The scope of practice encompasses the development and recording of a plan for care in collaboration with family, multidisciplinary team members, and community resources for both chronic and episodic illnesses.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

*Excellence in interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with allMHMMCdepartments, families, and members of the multidisciplinary health care team.

*Advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice, and/or additional specialized medical training, to provide expanded practice at a level generally acquired through completion of concentrated study and clinical internship leading to a Master's Degree.

*Analytical abilitiesnecessaryto obtain medical histories, conduct physical examinations, prepare complex treatment plans, and provide care for assigned patients with minimal guidance and direction.

What We Offer:

Our position offers variable scheduling with an option for 24-hour shifts. Off shift requirements (nights/weekends/holidays) are shared equally within the group. In addition, we offer a sign on bonus; relocation assistance, if qualified; CME reimbursement, and other great benefits.

Education:

*Completion of accreditedNNP,PNP Acute Care Certification or PA.

Licensure:

*Current license for Advanced Practice in the state of Maine or pending license.

MaineHealthis a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working togethersoour communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members,MaineHealthprovides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

To learn more about our system, please visit www.mainehealth.organd ourbenefits page.

For more information, please apply and/or contact Kelley Johnson, Physician & APP Recruiter atkelley.johnson@mainehealth.org