Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - CVICU

Children's Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Children’s Minnesota invites applications for a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA). You will join a nationally recognized CVICU team delivering cutting-edge care to critically ill pediatric patients, from pre- to post-operative stages, with a focus on hemodynamic support and complex respiratory management.

The role requires an NP or PA with pediatric critical care expertise, current PNP-AC or PA-C certification, and BLS/PALS.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited NP/PA program.
• Current national certification as PNP-AC or PA-C.
• 1–2 years in a Pediatric CVICU or similar high-acuity setting preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of pediatric cardiology, critical care, and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Proficiency in performing advanced procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for multidisciplinary teams.
• BLS and PALS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical care to critically ill pediatric cardiac patients (pre- and post-op).
• Perform advanced procedures (arterial/central line, intubation, chest tube).
• Collaborate with attending physicians and surgeons on care plans.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and research projects.
• Educate families and healthcare staff on cardiac conditions and treatments.
• Provide coverage for day, night, and weekend shifts; support 24/7 high-acuity care.

Skills

Advanced critical care

Procedural skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in NP/PA

PNP-AC or PA-C certification

Tools

ECMO management

VAD experience

Job description

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn.

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.

Join Our Elite Team as a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider

Are you a top-tier Advanced Practice Provider (APP) driven by the challenge of providing cutting-edge care to critically ill children with complex cardiac conditions? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where your expertise directly impacts young lives? Our nationally recognized Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) seeks a passionate and exceptional APP to join our world-class team.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate) to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will:

• Provide expert clinical care to critically ill pediatric cardiac patients, including pre- and post-operative management, hemodynamic stabilization, and complex respiratory support.
• Perform advanced procedures, including but not limited to, arterial and central line placement, endotracheal intubation, and chest tube insertion.
• Collaborate closely with attending physicians, surgeons, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects.
• Educate patients, families, and other healthcare professionals on complex cardiac conditions and treatment strategies.
• Provide coverage for day, night, and weekend shifts, contributing to a 24/7, high-acuity environment. A service week model to mirror the Attending MD schedule is challenging, but enhances continuity of care for the patients and their families. A self-scheduling model provides customized time off to help with work life balance. Demonstrate exceptional critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate program.
• Current national certification as an Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Ideally 1-2 years of experience working in a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit or a comparable high-acuity setting.
• Advanced knowledge of pediatric cardiology, critical care medicine, and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Proficiency in performing advanced procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• BLS and PALS certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ECMO management.
• Experience with ventricular assist devices (VADs).
• Participation in research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Fellowship training in pediatric critical care or pediatric cardiology.

Compensation And Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and CME allowance.
• Retirement plan with employer matching.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Relocation assistance offered.

The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.