Nurse Practitioner-Neonatal Lead

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME

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.

Position Summary:

As the Lead: Make and manage the NNP schedule and clinical students; address day to day issues for other NNPs; Schedule and lead NNP meetings (monthly or every other month); NNPs annual evaluations; and Maintain regular communications with the Medical Director/Division chief.

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
• Patient/family satisfaction
• Regulatory compliance
• Chart documentation
• Delivery room management/resuscitation
• Patient care protocols
• Discharge planning

Core Competencies

· Strong problem-solving skills

• Committed to supporting UCH’s standard of medical excellence
• Knowledge of local insurance plans
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment
• Ability to multitask and prioritize based on business needs
• Understanding of health and safety standards in the medical industry
• Comfortable with discussing others’ concerns and resolving conflicts as they arise

Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Licensed as a RN, MSN degree and certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Required (must include Certification and prescriptive authority)
• State of Tennessee licensure is Required
• 4 years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a level 3 or above Preferred