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Overview

**Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Neonatal Physician Assistant Opportunity available in the Ocala, Florida area.** AdventHealth Medical Group is seeking dynamic and energetic provider to work in our Level II NICU. The provider in collaboration with the neonatology will cover the 12 bed level 2 NICU at Ocala along with the newborn service.

General Summary:

+ The APP is responsible for providing care for NICU and Newborn patients within the scope of licensure and within the supervising physician's scope of practice

+ Evaluate patients, perform procedures, develop treatment plans, order and interpret labs, x-rays and other diagnostic studies per specialty guidelines and under the guidance of the Neonatologist

+ Communicate with parents, other specialists and among NICU team

+ Monitoring specialized equipment, including incubators and ventilators

+ Providing education and support to patients' families regarding neonatal, intensive and, postpartum care

+ Dispensing medications under collaborative agreement with a physician

+ Performing diagnostic tests and other procedures, such as intubation and blood draws

+ Ensuring proper feeding and basic care

Schedule Details:

+ 24-hour shifts (8am-8am)

Required Education and Experience:

+ Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies with Neonatal Certification (required)

+ 1-2 years of experience in the NICU as an RN (highly preferred)

+ 1-2 years of experience in the NICU as a Neonatal APRN or Neonatal PA-C (preferred but not required)

Required Licensure and Certification:

+ Must hold a valid Florida APRN or PA License with Neonatal certification

+ Certification through ANCC, or other nationally recognized certifying body

+ BLS, ACLS and PALS certification

**Category:** Physician Services

**Req ID:** 149057385