Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Nephrology

Children's Mercy Kansas City; Time; On-site; NOK 1,039,000 - 1,511,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Mercy is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse I for the Division of Pediatric Nephrology. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care to infants, children, and adolescents with kidney disorders in inpatient and outpatient settings.

The APRN I will perform comprehensive assessments, management, and follow-up, and participate in leadership, research, and quality improvement initiatives under supervision.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with 1–2 years pediatric APRN experience; exceptions on a case-by-case basis.
• DNP preferred; 1–2 years pediatric APRN experience; exceptions on a case-by-case basis.
• RN licenses KS and MO required upon hire; multi-state license accepted.
• APRN board certification aligned with population and setting; required upon hire.
• Acute Care PNP may be required; two-year program enrollment allowed.
• CNP in MO & KS required upon hire; life support certifications required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based advanced practice nursing care for pediatric patients within the collaborative practice framework.
• Lead and participate in leadership, evidence-based practice/research, and organizational development activities with a mentor.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Leadership

Evidence-based practice

Quality improvement

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP)

RN license KS — upon hire

RN license MO — upon hire

APRN board certification

Life Support Certifications

CNP MO/KS Certification

Job description

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

As one of the top-ranked kidney care programs in the nation, the Division of Pediatric Nephrology at Children's Mercy provides family-centered care for infants, children, and adolescents with kidney and urinary tract disorders.

The Nephrology APRN I will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to provide care to patients with both chronic and acute renal care needs across inpatient and outpatient settings. Clinical responsibilities include the evaluation and management of patients with end-stage renal disease requiring dialysis and kidney transplantation, fluid and electrolyte disorders, acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, hypertension, nephrotic syndrome, and others. The APRN I will support patients throughout the continuum of care, including hospitalization, transition to outpatient management, and longitudinal follow-up.

The APRN I will also participate in beginning leadership activities, evidence-based practice, quality improvement initiatives, research, and organizational development efforts with the support and direction of APP leadership.

Upon completion of orientation, the APRN I will function as an integral member of an interprofessional care team, collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, and allied health professionals to deliver high-quality care to pediatric nephrology patients.

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse I (APRN-I) provides comprehensive, evidence-based advanced practice nursing to address the physiologic, psychosocial, and developmental needs of patients and families within the framework of the collaborative practice agreement. The APRN-I participates in beginning leadership, evidenced-based practice/ research, and organizational development activities with the support and direction of an experienced APRN mentor.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Practice: competently provides comprehensive, evidence-based advanced practice nursing care to address the physiologic, psychosocial, and developmental needs of patients and families within the framework of the collaborative practice agreement.
• Professional Practice: actively participates in beginning leadership, evidenced-based practice/research, and organizational development activities with the support and direction of an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse mentor.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and 1-2 years experience 1-2 years pediatric APRN experience with Masters. Exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis within preferred specialty. or
• Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) - preferred and 1-2 years experience 1 year pediatric APRN experience. Exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis within preferred specialty.
• One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
• One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
• RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO
• APRN board certification congruent with population and practice setting (see policy statement: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Roles and Practice Setting) Required Upon Hire
• Acute Care PNP will be required
• Will have two years to be enrolled in a program and five years to complete the program
• OR Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) in MO & KS Required Upon Hire
• Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire
• Specialty Certification relevant to unit’s patient population (determined by Nurse Manager/Director) Preferred

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM.