Doctor of Nursing Practice | What is a DNP Degree and Do I Need It?

As changes to the healthcare system in the United States continue to evolve, advanced practice practitioners are taking their careers to the next level by enrolling in programs that offer Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees. Many advanced practice nursing programs are moving from the Master’s to the doctoral level, offering the DNP that prepares nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, clinical teaching and policy development.

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According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, there are currently about 243 DNP programs enrolling students nationwide, with approximately 100 additional nursing schools considering starting a DNP program.  One such institution is the College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center-Memphis.  They made the transition in 2009.  Their DNP in Neonatal Nursing program prepares the Advanced Practice Nurse to care for premature and critically ill newborns from birth to two years of age.  The DNP in Pediatric Nursing program is designed to prepare the Advanced Practice Nurse to provide primary care for pediatric patients with acute and chronic illnesses from birth through late adolescence.  Other DNP programs offered at UTHSC-Memphis include Adult Gerontology Acute Care, Family, Forensic, Psych/Mental Health, Public Health and Nurse Anesthesia.  It has been recommended by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) that all entry-level nurse practitioner programs be transitioned from the MSN to the DNP degree by the year 2015.  However, advanced practice practitioners currently holding their MSN would not be affected by this change.

Melnic Consulting Group offers an annual Melnic DNP Student Scholarship Award through the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP.)  Apply at www.napnap.org for the 2016 Melnic DNP Student Scholarship Award.

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To inquire about DNP jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

New DNP NNP Program at UTHSC-Memphis

As changes to the healthcare system in the United States continue to evolve, advanced practice practitioners are taking their careers to the next level by enrolling in programs that offer Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees. Many advanced practice nursing programs are moving from the Master’s to the doctoral level, offering the DNP that prepares nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, clinical teaching and policy development.  The College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center-Memphis was one of the first in the U.S. to make this transition, offering accredited doctoral level programs since 2009.

UTHSC - Memphis is now offering a new DNP in Neonatal Nursing program which opens a tremendous opportunity for a Director to pioneer the DNP NNP Program that will prepare the Advanced Practice Nurse to care for premature and critically ill newborns from birth to two years of age.  The successful candidate for this specialty position has a doctoral degree from an accredited university and is a substantive neonatal nursing expert, with active clinical experience and documented successful experience in clinical teaching.  As Director, they will be responsible for managing and coordinating teaching, learning and research in the department.  Teaching responsibilities include didactic course work, clinical practice assignment and clinical supervision of students as well as curriculum development and mentoring.

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for the Director of the Neonatal DNP Program at UTHSC - Memphis

Other DNP programs offered at UTHSC-Memphis include Adult Gerontology Acute Care, Family, Forensic, Psych/Mental Health, Public Health and Nurse Anesthesia.

To inquire about this job visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

Advanced Practice Neonatolgy Jobs at Top Hospitals

Are you an Advanced Practice Provider with experience in the NICU?

Consider your new job opportunities...

 

We do not want you to miss these outstanding opportunities for Advanced Practice Providers to join the exceptional  Neonatology teams of some of the nation's best hospitals.  Melnic Consulting Group partners with leading hospitals across the country to bring them top advanced practice talent in neonatal care. 

• Do you enjoy working in a dynamic fast-paced setting?
• Do you assess, plan, and provide care for complex patients?
• Would you like to join one of the nation's top hospitals?

If you answered yes, one of these Advanced Practice Neonatal jobs could be perfect for you!   
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Surgical NICU - Philadelphia, PA

This leading academic children's hospital in the eastern United States has a great opportunity for an acute care certified Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) in their Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This recently created specialized team is solely devoted to caring for infants from around the world who need surgical intervention. As the NNP or PNP in the Surgical NICU, you will be a member of the team that provides seamless care to infants with birth defects such as congenital diaphragmatic hernia, lung lesion, omphalocele and gastroschisis as well as fetal surgery patients. You will be involved in patient care, education, consultation and research with exposure to a high volume of complex surgical neonates and fetal surgery patients in this large Level III NICU. 

 
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Kettering (Dayton), OH

If you are an experienced nurse practitioner who is passionate about providing specialized, compassionate nursing care for newborns and their families, consider joining the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at this leading medical center. The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner in this role is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, treating and providing consultation for newborns with severe and complex problems, such as pre-maturity, low birth weight, multiples, oxygen therapy or special feeding needs. 

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hartford, CT

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join this leading children's hospital medical center to provide comprehensive patient care to newborn, term or sick infants during the neonatal period. The NNP or PA in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a member of the team that is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for newborns and their families. The NNP or PA evaluates, diagnoses, treats and consults for newborns with severe and complex conditions, and also supports the Neonatal Transport Program. 

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Cincinnati, OH

We are currently searching for a medical surgical Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join the NICU team at this leading academic children's hospital.  Their 59 bed, Level IV, NICU is one of the largest and most advanced intensive care units in the nation, soon to be a 69 bed unit that will include 30 private beds.  It provides the specialized, state-of-the-art medical care required by critically ill newborns and premature infants with complex medical/surgical care needs, some of whom may be recovering from highly complex surgery.  The NNP uses their special training and experience to deliver specialized, family-centered direct patient care to these newborn infants. 

 
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Lansing, MI

This is a great opportunity for a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of this leading academic children's hospital in the Midwestern U.S. The advanced practitioner in this role cares for premature newborn and critically ill babies in the Level III NICU that is known for its outstanding patient care. Responsibilities include assessment, evaluation, plans of care and treatment for NICU patients. The NNP or PA performs specialized diagnostic, therapeutic and other procedures and does newborn nursery and pre-natal family consultations. This nurse leader will also manage education for the NICU nursing staff and participate in research. 

 

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Medical NICU - Philadelphia, PA

If you are an experienced Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, there is a wonderful opportunity for you to join the team that provides state-of-the-art comprehensive care for their tiny newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of this leading children's hospital in the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. Using your special training in neonatal nursing, you will be responsible for the critical evaluation of newborns in the unit. Providing clinical management under the direction of the attending neonatologist, the NNP in the NICU will be responsible for assessment, development and implementation of plans (writing orders and performing procedures), evaluation and documentation. Additional roles include providing education and support to patient families, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on plans of care and providing staff education and clinical consultation to the interdisciplinary team. 

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Mid-Atlantic Region of the U.S.
This is a great opportunity for a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to join one of the top ten academic children's hospitals in their Neonatology Services Department.  The NNP will join a float pool to work in a Level IV NICU at the children's hospital and in a busy Level III NICU, both part of a leading healthcare system.  This role provides primary health care and emergency services to high-risk newborns and infants including obtaining histories, performing physical exams and interpreting lab, radiographic and clinical data for developing plans of care under physician supervision.

Director, Neonatal DNP Program - Memphis, TN

One of the leading Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs in the U.S. has an opportunity for a full-time Director and Faculty member in their specialty Neonatal DNP track. The successful candidate for this specialty position has a doctoral degree from an accredited university and is a substantive neonatal nursing expert, with active clinical experience and documented successful experience in clinical teaching. As Director, they will be responsible for managing and coordinating teaching, learning and research in the department. Teaching responsibilities include didactic course work, clinical practice assignment and clinical supervision of students as well as curriculum development and mentoring.  This DNP program was one of the first in the U.S. and has been accredited since 2009, offering several graduate level tracks from master's degrees to doctorate level programs that focus on preparation for the highest level of nursing practice. 

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To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com

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UTHSC-Memphis DNP Programs
As changes to the healthcare system in the United States continue to evolve, advanced practice practitioners are taking their careers to the next level by enrolling in programs that offer Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degrees. Many advanced practice nursing programs are moving from the Master’s to the doctoral level, offering the DNP that prepares nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, clinical teaching and policy development.
 
One such institution is the College of Nursing at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center-Memphis.  They made the transition in 2009.  Their DNP in Neonatal Nursing program prepares the Advanced Practice Nurse to care for premature and critically ill newborns from birth to two years of age.  The DNP in Pediatric Nursing program is designed to prepare the Advanced Practice Nurse to provide primary care for pediatric patients with acute and chronic illnesses from birth through late adolescence.  Other DNP programs offered at UTHSC-Memphis include Adult Gerontology Acute Care, Family, Forensic, Psych/Mental Health, Public Health and Nurse Anesthesia.  It has been recommended by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) that all entry-level nurse practitioner programs be transitioned from the MSN to the DNP degree by the year 2015.  However, advanced practice practitioners currently holding their MSN would not be affected by this change. 
   
Click here for more information on the UT-Memphis DNP programs.

To inquire about these jobs visit Melnic Consulting Group or contact: Jill Gilliland 800-886-7906 jill@melnic.com