Lead Advanced Practice Provider, Pediatric ICU, $25k Sign-On Bonus

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider to join their multidisciplinary team. This role will primarily focus on the Intermediate Care Unit, providing high-quality care to critically ill pediatric patients. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in nursing or a Physician Assistant program, along with the necessary certifications. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, where your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes. Join a team that values innovation, teamwork, and compassion, and contribute to a mission of excellence in pediatric care.

Benefits

PPO medical plan

100% coverage for preventative healthcare

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in nursing or Physician Assistant program required.
• Licensure as a Pediatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or PA-C needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and synthesize data for patient care.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and families regarding health measures.
• Collaborate in research and apply evidence-based practices to patient care.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Clinical Expertise

Patient Care Coordination

Technical/Procedural Skills

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Graduate of ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Job description

Lead, Advanced Practice Providers, Pediatric ICU

$25,000 Sign-On Bonus for providers with 2+ years of PICU experience (offers accepted after 1/06/25)

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

Join UT Southwestern on our mission to educate, discover, and heal. With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, we are committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. Our Office of Advanced Practice Providers (OAPP) supports more than 1,000 advanced practice providers (APPs). Working in collaboration with UT Southwestern pediatric faculty across Children’s Health and UT Southwestern hospitals and ambulatory clinics, our APPs are part of a multidisciplinary team providing the highest-quality patient care. Recognized as the top pediatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, Children’s Health has earned national rankings in all eleven specialty areas as well as best children’s hospital in North Texas. Tied for No. 15 in the nation for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery, our experts at The Heart Center have helped thousands of children with heart conditions lead happier, healthier lives. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern cardiothoracic APP team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.

Job Summary

The Pediatric Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team with the division of Pediatric Critical Care at Children’s Medical Center (practice sites at the Dallas and Plano campuses). This position primarily functions in the Intermediate Care Unit for patients with a complex anatomy and physiology. The patients housed in the Intermediate Care Unit no longer require intensive care level support but do require more support than feasible on the general floor. This position requires a high degree of autonomy, critical thinking, and clinical expertise in working with complex and critically ill pediatric patients. The APP is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, education, consultation, and health promotion and care coordination for patients and their families.

Scheduled Hours: Variable Shifts (including nights, weekends, and rotating holidays)

Benefits

1. PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
2. 100% coverage for preventative healthcare - no copay
3. Paid Time Off, available day one
4. Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
5. Paid Parental Leave Benefit
6. Wellness programs
7. Tuition Reimbursement
8. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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Experience and Education

Required

Education

1. Master's degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population. OR
2. Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program.

Licenses/Certifications

1. Licensure as a Pediatric Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (CPNP-AC) by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing. OR
2. Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification required. Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board (PA-C). AND
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certified by the American Academy of Pediatrics based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.

Preferred Experience

1. Three years of experience in an Advanced Practice Provider role required, with demonstrated increasing responsibility.

Job Duties

1. Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
2. Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.
3. Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate based on specialty and training.
4. Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
5. Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.
6. Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence-based best practices to patient care.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.