The Pediatric APRN or Physician Assistant, under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:
Performs newborn admissions, consultations, follow-up care, and discharge planning.
Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests for newborn patients, including routine laboratory studies and imaging.
Provides education and counseling to newborn family members regarding the patient's condition, treatment plan, and discharge instructions.
Monitors the newborn's clinical progress, evaluates response to treatment, and coordinates referrals to physicians or specialists as clinically indicated.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure consistent, high-quality newborn care and support.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
Enthusiastic team player with a collaborative approach to patient care.
Demonstrates a genuine passion for caring for newborn patients and supporting their families.
Consistently displays a compassionate, professional, and patient-centered demeanor.
Successfully completes all pre-employment requirements, including a third-party background check and drug screening.
Evaluates clinical processes and patient outcomes to support the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare.
Actively contributes to an exceptional patient and family experience while fostering respectful, collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues.
Required Education/Experience:
Master's degree from an accredited Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program required. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Physician Assistant (PA-C) candidates with strong, relevant newborn clinical experience as an RN or PA will also be considered.
Previous experience as a Pediatric Hospitalist APRN or PA-C with a primary focus on newborn care is preferred.
Licensure, Certification, and Registration:
Current, valid Florida APRN or PA-C license
Certification by Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) or NCCPA