Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - SMS-3530

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Certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - SMS-3530

Location

Springfield, IL

Job Type

Principal Administrative

Job Number

N960118

Department

Pediatrics Clinic-SMS

Division

Neonatology

Opening Date

05/03/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Shift

Days

Exempt or Non_Exempt

Exempt

Description

This is a clinical position in the teaching and clinical practice of Neonatology to medical
students, residents, and allied health professionals. The major function of the Neonatal Nurse
Practitioner (NNP) includes: clinical practice, education, and consultation. The primary
responsibility of the NNP is the direct application of clinical expertise to patients and families
being managed in a busy level III NICU and several level II special care nurseries.
Comprehensive, family-centered health care is delivered with clinical responsibilities as outlined in the Collaboration Agreement by the collaborating physicians.

Examples of Duties

I. Service 85%
1. Provide patient care as outlined in the Collaboration Agreement with neonatology
faculty.
2. Set an example to future practitioners of highly-skilled and conscientious practice of
neonatology that is balanced with self-education and other academic activities.
3. Maintain a clinical practice in neonatology in order to enhance clinical proficiency.
4. Demonstrate excellence in clinical practice through period review by medical doctor
faculty.
5. Maintain documentation of competency on ongoing cases.

II. Teaching 05%
1. Participate by providing didactic and clinical teaching for residency.
2. Provide continuing education programs in neonatology for both the clinical faculty
and for practicing physicians in the area.
3. Provide a role model for NICU staff, students and residents as a teacher and
practitioner of neonatology.

III. Administration 05%
1. Assist the Division Director in promoting and developing a comprehensive
neonatology program.
2. Serve on such committees as may be assigned by the Medical Director, Division
Director or the Chair of Pediatrics.
3. Participate in quality initiatives assigned by the Medical Director or Division Director.

IV. Research 05%
1. Participate in scholarly activities and promote development of academic or research
activities related to neonatology to enhance the academic environment of the
Division.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Proof of current licensure as an Advanced Practical Nurse, which includes:
o Proof of current licensure as a registered professional nurse in Illinois.
o Prior to July 1, 2001, proof of successful completion of a post-basic advanced practice
formal education program in the area of nursing specialty; or proof of successful
completion of a graduate degree appropriate for national certification as a CNS, CRNA,
CNP, or CNM.
• Certification as a nurse practitioner by the National Certification Corporation, ACNN.
• National certification as a neonatal nurse practitioner.
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations.

Supplemental Information

If you require assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at hrrecruitment@siumed.edu or call 217-545-0223 Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

The mission of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is to optimize the health of the people of central and southern Illinois through education, patient care, research and service to the community.

The SIU School of Medicine Annual Security Report is available online at https://www.siumed.edu/police-security.  This report contains policy statements and crime statistics for Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, IL.  This report is published in compliance with Federal Law titled the
"Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act."

Southern Illinois University School of Medicine is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer who provides equal employment and educational opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or marital status in accordance with local, state and federal law.

Pre-employment background screenings required.

Paid time off: Includes 13 paid holidays per year. Accrual rates vary based on employment type and years of service

Paid sick time: Use for personal illness, doctor visits, or if your immediate family members fall ill

Health, Dental, and Life insurance

Optional life insurance: Your spouse and dependents can enroll in State term life and university-sponsored term life insurance.

Prescription: Plan participants enrolled in any state health plan have prescription drug benefits included in the coverage.

Long-term Disability Insurance

Flexible spending accounts: Optional, IRS tax-favored program that enables you to stretch medical expenses and dependent care dollars

Voluntary retirement accounts: Optional plans include the State of Illinois Deferred Compensation Plan (457) and Tax Deferred Annuity (403b).

Tuition Waiver/Tuition Reimbursement: Continue your graduate or undergraduate education with the help of tuition waivers or tuition reimbursement

Leaves of absence: Includes FMLA and Extended Sick Leave Benefits for qualified employees

Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential support, including counseling services, and information during difficult times

For more information please visit https://www.siumed.edu/hr/siu-school-medicine-benefits 

Agency
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Address
327 West Calhoun

Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Phone
217-545-0223