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The Valley Hospital - Paramus - VAYA
APP, Neonatology, Full Time, Night
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$131,132 / year median in New Jersey
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Neonatal Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive, evidence-based clinical care to neonates in The Valley Hospital Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. In addition, the APP may provide clinical support to the newborn Nursery and attend routine newborn deliveries as needed. In alignment with Valley Health System's mission, values, and commitment to excellence in patient- and family-centered care, the NNP/PA collaborates with neonatologists and the interdisciplinary care team to optimize clinical outcomes, safety, and the family experience. Education Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program Current New Jersey Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse licensure National certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NCC or equivalent) Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification Neonatal OR Physician Assistant Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program Current New Jersey Physician Assistant licensure NCCPA certification Neonatal or critical care experience strongly preferred Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification Experience
- Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical practice experience in related field.
- Experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU
- Demonstrated competency in neonatal procedures and acute clinical decision-making Skills
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
- Interest in quality improvement, education, or program development
- Position includes day, night, weekend, holiday, and overnight in-house coverage based on departmental and operational needs Salary Minimum new grad base salary $154 K.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs