Autonomous Pediatric Nurse Practitioner — Complex Care Leader

Arkansas Children's; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's in Arkansas is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to provide high-level assessment, diagnosis and treatment for pediatric patients and families. This APRN works autonomously in a collaborative practice with physicians across the AC care continuum.

The role requires a Master's Degree and RN license in Arkansas or a compact state, with recommended certifications and about 6 years nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for APRN role.

Responsibilities

• Gathers information for new and established patients: medical history, tests, physical exams, developmental and psychosocial assessments.
• Assesses and identifies patient/family physical, psychosocial, educational, and cultural needs.
• Interprets health data and applies findings to direct patient care.
• Provides ongoing care including pharmacologic and diagnostic treatments and patient/family education.
• Documents health data and plans of care according to policy and outcomes.
• Completes billing forms (ICD-9, CPT) per laws and policy.
• Communicates with referring providers and hospital staff as appropriate.
• Participates in quality improvement to improve care delivery and cost effectiveness.
• Disseminates research findings through practice, education, or consultation.
• Participates in AC and professional nursing organizations to maintain expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Arkansas Children's in Arkansas is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to provide high-level assessment, diagnosis and treatment for pediatric patients and families. This APRN works autonomously in a collaborative practice with physicians across the AC care continuum.

The role requires a Master's Degree and RN license in Arkansas or a compact state, with recommended certifications and about 6 years nursing experience.