Advanced Practice Provider, Emergency Department

Children's Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Minnesota in Minnesota is seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our Emergency Department team at the St. Paul and Minneapolis locations.

The APP will provide direct pediatric care, perform assessments, and collaborate with physicians in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Candidates should be board-certified in pediatrics or NCCPA with MN license, ready for a weekend- and holiday-rotating schedule, and committed to top-quality pediatric

Qualifications

• Current MN RN/APRN License.
• Nationally Board Certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with either the PNCB or ANCC.
• Doctorate in Nursing Practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage pediatric patients presenting with a wide range of acute and traumatic conditions.
• Obtain histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and implement treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions appropriate to the patient population.
• Collaborate with attending physicians, pediatric specialists, and the interdisciplinary care team to deliver safe, efficient, high‑quality care.

Skills

Pediatric board certification

Inpatient pediatrics experience

BLS certification

PALS certification

Education

Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred

PNC B/ ANCC Pediatric Nurse Practitioner board certification

NCCPA Certification

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 serves 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.

Join a dynamic pediatric emergency medicine team at Children’s Minnesota! We are seeking a passionate Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Physician Assistant (PA‑C) who enjoys caring for a diverse pediatric population and is committed to delivering exceptional care to children and families.

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will practice as an independent clinician while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team. This role is responsible for the direct care and clinical management of pediatric patients at our St. Paul and Minneapolis Emergency Department locations. APPs in the pediatric emergency department practice to the full scope of their licensure within a team-based model that includes both independent patient visits and shared visits alongside an attending physician.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage pediatric patients presenting with a wide range of acute and traumatic conditions
• Obtain histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and implement treatment plans
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions appropriate to the patient population
• Collaborate with attending physicians, pediatric specialists, and the interdisciplinary care team to deliver safe, efficient, high‑quality care

Schedule Requirements

• We are open to a range of 0.8 to 1.0 FTE, depending on candidate interest and program needs.
• Rotating schedule that includes weekends and holidays

The Children’s Emergency departments, located in Minneapolis and St. Paul, are staffed 24 hours-a-day by board‑eligible or board‑certified pediatric emergency physicians and by nurses with specialized education in pediatric emergency medicine. Each facility is designed to support short‑stay needs, coordinate pediatric and neonatal care transport, assault and abuse services, access to pediatric specialists, and emergency telephone consultation and referral.

APRN Requirements

• Current MN RN/APRN License.
• Nationally Board Certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with either the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
• Doctorate degree in Nursing Practice preferred.

Physician Assistant Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Physician Assistant Certification by the NCCPA Certification Board and MN Medical Board license required.

Experience

• Current/previous experience in inpatient pediatrics as a nurse, nurse practitioner, or PA preferred.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current PALS required with 3 months of hire.

Physical Demands

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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.