Legacy Health

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Legacy Health  •  Portland, OR (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the attending physician, the NNP provides advanced practice nursing management of neonatal patients in the Legacy Health System. The NNP utilizes an expanded knowledge base and advanced technical skills in the delivery of care. The NNP promotes and pursues professional growth in the following ways:

  • Provides continuing education to health care professionals in the hospital and the community.
  • Participates in the coordination of outreach education to referral hospitals.
  • Pursues professional continuing education for self.
  • Maintains involvement in special projects, professional publication, and clinical research.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioners provide 24-hour coverage and are regularly scheduled for nights, holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

Education:

  • As required by licensure.

Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as an NICU Staff Nurse, Level III preferred.

Licensure

Licensure:

  • Current applicable state RN license required.
  • National Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) required.
  • Current applicable state license as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Privileges (NNP-PP) required.
  • Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor Certification, (or within 90 days of employment).
  • Credentialed by Legacy Medical Staff for Category I and II privileges.
  • Completion of ECMO certification course preferred.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you

Legacy Health

About Legacy Health

Good health for our people, our patients, our communities and our world. Legacy Health is a local nonprofit that provides comprehensive primary, secondary and tertiary care services across the Portland and Vancouver metro area and the mid-Willamette Valley.

That means helping people get healthy, and staying that way. Encouraging medical professionals to set a higher standard. Tending to the little things that help patients heal. And supporting our staff in doing whatever it takes to meet the needs of those we serve.

But it's not just what we do, it's why we do it. At Legacy, our fundamental responsibility is to improve the wellness of everyone we touch, to empower people to live healthier lives, and to create a legacy that truly lives on.

We strive to be a diverse, culturally competent organization. We strongly encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and inclusion to apply.

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(Photo is of Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center - Vancouver, WA)

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Portland, OR
Year Founded
1989
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