About the job
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is actively looking for a skilled Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) to become part of our dedicated team in Dubuque, Iowa. This part-time opportunity offers a chance to provide exceptional care to our most vulnerable patients, neonates, under the supervision of experienced pediatricians.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough assessments, evaluations, and medical treatments for neonates.
- Serve as the mid-level provider, planning and evaluating medical care in collaboration with pediatricians.
- Maintain clear communication with pediatricians through accurate reporting and documentation.
- Order and interpret lab results and imaging as necessary.
- Write medication and treatment orders, manage IV therapy, and oversee patient admissions and discharges.
- Participate in high-risk deliveries, ensuring prompt resuscitation and stabilization of newborns.
- Facilitate the safe transport of critical patients to facilities requiring advanced care.
- Provide expert consultation to nursing and medical staff.
- Engage in the education and ongoing assessment of nursing staff competencies.
- Commit to personal development through continuous education and training.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and policy formulation in the Birth Center.

