Advanced Practice Provider - Inpatient Cancer and Blood Disorders, Limited Term

Seattle Children's; Washington; On-site; USD 137,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Seattle Children's seeks an energetic Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join our inpatient Cancer and Blood Disorders team. In this limited-term role, you will provide direct care and manage high-acuity pediatric oncology and hematology patients in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities include taking patient histories, performing exams, ordering tests, creating treatment plans, prescribing medications and chemo regimens, and performing procedures such as lumbar

Qualifications

• Two years of AP provider experience preferred.
• Active WA NP/PA licensure and national certification.
• BLS/PALS required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain comprehensive histories and perform detailed physical exams.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Develop, implement, and manage complex treatment plans, including chemotherapy.
• Prescribe medications and chemotherapy regimens.
• Perform procedures such as lumbar punctures and bone marrow biopsies.

Skills

Procedural skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient-family care

Education

Master's degree in nursing (pediatric/family NP)

Graduate of physician assistant program

Job description

Seattle Children's is seeking an energetic, dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our inpatient Cancer and Blood Disorders team. In this limited-term role, you will provide direct care and assume primary clinical management for high-acuity pediatric oncology and hematology patients within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary setting.

If you are passionate about delivering safe, high-quality, and compassionate care to children and families navigating complex diagnoses, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Management & Direct Care

• Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform detailed physical examinations.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Develop, implement, and manage complex treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and safely order chemotherapy regimens.
• Perform specialized clinical procedures, including: Lumbar punctures, Bone marrow aspirates and biopsies, Skin biopsies

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Partner closely with department attending physicians, fellows, residents, social workers, pharmacists, dietitians, and various sub-specialists.
• Coordinate comprehensive care plans, including procedure planning, discharge planning, and active participation in multidisciplinary care conferences.
• Act as a resource and educator for patients, families, and fellow healthcare team members.

Quality Improvement & Research

• Contribute to ongoing organizational and departmental continuous performance and quality improvement projects.
• Participate in departmental education and research efforts to advance pediatric hematology/oncology care.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Previous experience in pediatric hematology, oncology, or high-acuity inpatient care is strongly preferred.
• Strong procedural aptitude or prior experience with lumbar punctures and bone marrow biopsies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate within a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
• A resilient, empathetic approach to patient and family-centered care.

Learn More

To explore our programs, meet our clinical teams, and understand our approach to treating childhood cancer and blood disorders, visit Seattle Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center.

Required Education:

Master's degree in nursing with a concentration in a pediatric or family nurse practitioner program OR graduate of a nationally accredited physician assistant program.

One year work experience in a pediatric or family focused clinical area.

Required Credentials:

For Nurse Practitioners:

• Active, unencumbered registered nurse and advanced registered nurse practitioner licensure in the State of Washington
• Current national certification as a pediatric or family nurse practitioner

For Physician Assistants:

• Active, unencumbered physician assistant licensure in the State of Washington
• Initial certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

For All Providers:

• Active Drug Enforcement Authority registration
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Professionals is required at time of hire and to be maintained continuously throughout employment. American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) will also be accepted in lieu of BLS for Healthcare Professionals.
• Some clinical locations may require American Heart Association Pediatric Life Support training and continuous maintenance of certification.
• Active clinical privileges as an Allied Health Provider at Seattle Children's Hospital must be secured prior to time of hire and must be maintained in good standing and in compliance with all medical staff bylaws, continuously throughout employment.

Preferred:

• Two years experience in advanced practice provider role
• Two years experience in pediatric health care

Compensation Range

$137,321 - $201,961 per year

Note: This position is currently eligible for an off-shift premium of up to 7.5% which would increase the total compensation of this role by an additional $10,299 to $15,147 per year.

Salary Information

This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Disclaimer for Out of State Applicants

This compensation range is specific to Seattle, positions located outside of Seattle may be compensated differently depending on various factors **.

Benefits Information

Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details on our benefits can be found o