Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our dedicated healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive pediatric care, focusing on promoting health, managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting families through all stages of childhood development. Your expertise will help ensure you our young patients receive the highest quality medical attention in a nurturing environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives while working within a collaborative, innovative healthcare setting.

Via Duties

• The Conduct thorough physical examinations and assess vital signs for pediatric patients across various age groups, including infants, toddlers, and adolescents.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication administration, injections, IV infusions, and wound suturing when necessary.
• Manage acute care situations such as respiratory distress, infections, injuries, and other urgent pediatric conditions with proficiency in airway management and emergency procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians and specialists in areas such as gastroenterology, infectious disease care, behavioral health, and geriatrics to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks to document patient encounters accurately, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide patient education on topics such as nutrition, developmental milestones, medication usage, and injury prevention to empower families in caring for their children.
• Participate in clinical research initiatives and quality improvement projects aimed at advancing pediatric healthcare practices.

Requirements

• Valid Nurse Practitioner license with certification in pediatrics (PNP-AC or PNP-PC).
• Proven experience working with children in clinical settings such as hospitals, clinics, or assisted living facilities.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in performing procedures including phlebotomy, venipuncture, catheterization, and sterile processing techniques.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations with critical care experience in ICU or Level I/II trauma centers is advantageous.
• Familiarity with CPT coding for billing purposes and understanding of Workers’ Compensation law is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills for triage assessments and patient/family education.
• Commitment to maintaining HIPAA compliance and infection control standards while delivering compassionate patient care. Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to improving children's health outcomes through expert clinical practice and heartfelt patient engagement!

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person