APP - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner | Pediatric Surgery

20010 Sanford Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with Acute Care Certification to join the Pediatric Surgery & Trauma Team in the Sanford Children’s Specialty Clinic. You will evaluate and manage pediatric patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings, collaborating with pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have pediatric acute care certification, with consideration for a pediatric primary care NP who

Qualifications

• Master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited NP program.
• Current RN and NP licensure in each state of practice.
• DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
• National board certification as Pediatric Acute Care (CPNP-AC).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients in clinic with autonomous practice.
• Co-manage pediatric surgery and trauma patients in hospital settings.
• Provide on-call coverage outside regular hours.

Skills

Acute Care NP

Pediatric care

On-call readiness

Education

Master's or higher NP degree

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: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Union Position: No Department Details Join the Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic Pediatric Surgery & Trauma Team as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with Acute Care Certification. This provider would join a team of APPs who provide comprehensive care to pediatric surgical and trauma patients across both outpatient and inpatient settings, while also being an active participant in the pediatric vascular access team. This role encompasses caring for children in the NICU, PICU, and pediatric units. Responsibilities include evaluating and managing patients in clinic through an autonomous practice; co-managing pediatric surgery and trauma patients in the hospital, and participating in on-call coverage. The ideal candidate is motivated to learn, highly collaborative, team-focused, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality care to a diverse pediatric population.

The preferred candidate we are looking for would be a Pediatric Trained "Acute Care" Nurse Practitioner, however a Pediatric Trained "Primary Care" Nurse Practitioner would be considered with the expectation that the Acute Care certification be obtained.

Summary The Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents undergoing surgical evaluation and treatment. The NP works in collaboration with pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care, aiming to optimize surgical outcomes and support families.

Job Description Conduct thorough assessments including medical and surgical histories, and physical exams tailored to pediatric patients. Coordinate and interpret diagnostic tests such as labs, imaging, and specialized pediatric studies. Assist in surgical planning and participate in multidisciplinary pediatric care conferences. Manage preoperative preparation including patient and family education, consent processes, and risk assessments. Provide postoperative care including pain management, wound care, monitoring for complications, and discharge planning. Monitor patients in inpatient, outpatient, and critical care pediatric settings. Collaborate with pediatric specialists, nutritionists, child life specialists, and social workers. Provide family-centered education and psychosocial support. Document clinical care accurately and comprehensively in electronic health records. 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. Experience in pediatric surgery, pediatric acute care, or related fields 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 Acute Care (CPNP-AC), Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Pediatric Primary Care (CPNP-PC) or (PPCNP-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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The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

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.