APRN – Peds Pulmonary

Jobtailor; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Little Rock, AR, is seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to deliver direct clinical services to children, obtain histories, perform examinations, and interpret diagnostic data in collaboration with a physician.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, documentation, care coordination with families, education of learners, participation in quality improvement, and leadership within the pediatric team.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Nursing from an accredited program.
• National Certification as an APRN in the Pediatrics specialty.
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification preferred.
• Legal work status to work in the United States on day one.
• Curriculum Vitae required.
• Criminal background check and pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services for pediatric patients in collaboration with a physician.
• Obtain patient health histories, perform physical examinations, and interpret tests.
• Order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests.
• Document findings in medical records and ensure accuracy.
• Formulate and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic illnesses.
• Coordinate care and communicate progress with families in person, by phone, or email.
• Educate APRN/PA students, residents, and fellows; participate in staff education.
• Participate in quality improvement or research projects as needed.
• Provide leadership and professional interaction within the team.

Skills

APRN

Pediatrics

Communication

Leadership

Education

Master’s in Nursing

Job description

• Work Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with no weekends; may work some holidays.


• Provide direct clinical services for pediatric patients according to established protocols and evidence-based standards in collaboration with a physician.


• Obtain patient health histories, complete physical examinations, and interpret hemodynamic data.


• Document normal and abnormal findings.


• Order and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests.


• Formulate and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic illnesses with the physician.


• Document appropriately in medical records.


• Provide family-centered care.


• Use current research and evidence-based decision‑making in clinical practice.


• Participate in staff education and educate APRN/PA students, residents, and/or fellows.


• Provide leadership and professional interaction within the team.


• Coordinate care and communicate children’s progress with families in person, by telephone, or by email.


• Adhere to policies and procedures.


• Participate in quality improvement or research projects as needed.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with at least a Master’s in Nursing.


• National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the specialty of pediatrics.


• May have a certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in either acute or primary care, although primary care is preferred.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred.


• Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.


• Curriculum Vitae required.


• Criminal Background Check and pre‑employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing direct clinical services to pediatric patients, including conducting physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, and formulating treatment plans. Strong commitment to evidence‑based practice and family‑centered care while participating in staff education and quality improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Certification


• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification


• Evidence‑Based Decision‑Making


• Patient Health History Assessment


• Family‑Centered Care

Hard Skills

• Physical Examination


• Diagnostic Test Interpretation


• Treatment Plan Formulation


• Hemodynamic Data Interpretation


• Clinical Documentation

Soft Skills

• Leadership


• Professional Interaction


• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Master’s in Nursing


• Basic Life Support (BLS)


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Industry Keywords

• Pediatrics


• Clinical Services


• Quality Improvement


• Patient Care Coordination


• Staff Education