APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Pediatric Child Abuse

20010 Sanford Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a Pediatric Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to protecting children. The NP conducts evaluations, orders tests, documents findings, and coordinates care with social workers, law enforcement, and medical specialists.

On-call coverage is required, with clinic hours 8-5, Monday to Friday, and holidays covered as needed. Qualifications include an NP degree from an accredited program, current RN and NP licensure

Qualifications

• Master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the CCNE or NLNAC.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
• DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
• National board certification as Pediatric Primary Care (CPNP-PC) or (PPCNP-BC), Family (NP-C) or (FNP-BC).
• Specialized training or certification in child abuse pediatrics or forensic nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical evaluations of children suspected of abuse or neglect, including physical exams and developmental assessments.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as radiographs, forensic labs, and imaging studies relevant to abuse evaluation.
• Document findings meticulously to support medical, legal, and child protective proceedings.
• Collaborate with child protective services, law enforcement, and legal teams in case management.
• Provide medical treatment and referrals for physical and psychological care.
• Educate families and caregivers on prevention, safety, and support resources.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and community outreach programs.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards related to child abuse cases.
• Engage in training and continuing education on child abuse recognition, management, and prevention.
• This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Education

Master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Union Position: No Department Details This provider will support the Child's Voice Clinic and hospital consults. The call schedule is shared amongst 4 APPs with back-up support from providers. The clinic is open Monday-Friday 8 -5 pm. with one provider on consult each day. The consult service covers holidays and weekends as well.

Summary

The Pediatric Child Abuse Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care for children suspected of being victims of abuse or neglect. The NP works closely with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, law enforcement, and medical specialists to assess, document, and manage cases, ensuring child safety and well-being.

Job Description

Conduct thorough medical evaluations of children suspected of abuse or neglect, including physical exams and developmental assessments. Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as radiographs, forensic labs, and imaging studies relevant to abuse evaluation. Document findings meticulously to support medical, legal, and child protective proceedings. Collaborate with child protective services, law enforcement, and legal teams in case management. Provide medical treatment and referrals for physical and psychological care. Educate families and caregivers on prevention, safety, and support resources. Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and community outreach programs. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to legal and ethical standards related to child abuse cases. Engage in training and continuing education on child abuse recognition, management, and prevention. This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Qualifications

Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. If Licensing prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred. Specialized training or certification in child abuse pediatrics or forensic nursing preferred. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice. State Controlled Substance License (if required by State) National board certification as a Pediatric Primary Care (CPNP-PC) or (PPCNP-BC), Family (NP-C) or (FNP-BC) Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form. Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists

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Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.