Advanced Practice Provider - School & Mobile Health Services

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant. This role involves delivering primary care to children and ensuring access to health services in schools. Applicants should hold a Master of Science degree and have at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Key responsibilities include patient assessments, developing care plans, and staff training. A valid nursing or physician assistant license in Ohio is required, along with national certification in the appropriate population foci.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in primary care or urgent care.
• Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant licensed in Ohio.
• National certification as APRN or PA.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop care plans.
• Document and communicate patient information.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as required.
• Engage in staff education and development.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Primary care experience

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Quality improvement

Technology utilization

Education

Master of Science degree

Job description

Overview

Provides comprehensive primary care to children 0–21 in Franklin County. Services are delivered via mobile health units, which travel to community and school sites with health needs, and our school-based health centers, which operate as fully functioning primary care offices in schools. School Health removes barriers to healthcare access and ensures students receive timely, high-quality primary care services that support their health, well‑being, and academic success. The NP functions with a high degree of autonomy and is supported by a small team. They are responsible for providing clinical leadership, overseeing daily clinic operations, and delivering high‑quality patient care. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in primary care, urgent care, or a related clinical setting is required.

Essential Functions

• Assess patients and/or populations; develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care.
• Clearly document and communicate information both in written and verbal forms.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to established guidelines and standards as necessary for the care of the patient.
• Utilize evidence‑based practice and serve as a clinical expert for policies, procedures, documentation, and skills.
• Assist in the education, training, and development of new and existing staff members.
• Engage in the community of the work unit by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, and engaging in quality improvement.
• Leverage technology and informatics to optimize healthcare outcomes.
• Commit to continued professional development of self and others.
• Contribute to the division and/or specialty goals and the hospital strategic plan.

Education Requirement

Master of Science degree or equivalent provision.

Licensure Requirement

Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of Ohio.

Certifications

Maintains national certification as APRN in the appropriate population foci for the position, or PA.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally: bend/twist, blood and/or bodily fluids, chemicals/medications, climb stairs/ladder, communicable diseases and/or pathogens, driving motor vehicles (work required) – additional testing may be required.
• Flexing/extending of neck; hand use: grasping, gripping, turning.
• Lifting / carrying: 0-10 lbs, 11-20 lbs, 21-40 lbs.
• Pushing / pulling: 0-25 lbs, 26-40 lbs, 41-60 lbs, 61-100 lbs, or 100 lbs or greater with assistance.
• Reaching above shoulder; squat/kneel frequently.
• Repetitive hand/arm use; standing; walking continuously.
• Audible speech; color vision; computer skills.
• Decision making; depth perception; hearing acuity; interpreting data; peripheral vision; problem solving; seeing – far/near; sitting.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EEO Statement

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet