Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Mother-Baby Care

A unique opportunity awaits for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a specialty in mother-baby care. This role involves providing comprehensive healthcare to pregnant women and well newborns at a hospital setting in Johnstown, PA. The position offers a flexible schedule covering various 24-hour shifts throughout March to June, primarily focusing on midwife call coverage with in-house shifts from 8:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

Job Description

• Assess, diagnose, and manage care for adolescent and adult females focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum period, and gynecological needs.
• Provide care to well newborns during the first 28 days of life.
• Admit patients to the hospital under consultation with an MD.
• Provide care in intensive care settings as per unit policies.
• Assess and manage patients with emergent conditions in line with medical staff policy.

Requirements

• Board certified or board certification eligible.
• Willingness to come the day prior for orientation.
• Experience in mother-baby care is essential.

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• Supportive credentialing assistance.
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement.
• Flexible scheduling.

Working Hours

• 24-hour shifts from 8:00 AM to 8:00 AM.
• Specific dates: March 12, 13, 17, 22, 23; April 10, 21, 27; May 8, 24, 26; June 5.

Skills

• Proficient in health promotion and disease prevention.
• Strong diagnostic and monitoring abilities.
• Excellent communication and patient management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This role is ideal for a skilled NP passionate about mother-baby care, looking for a challenging and rewarding locum tenens position.