MUSCP - Advanced Practice Provider (APP - NP/PA) - Department of Pediatrics: Division of Gastro[...]

MUSC Children's Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join their dedicated team at a leading children's hospital. This full-time role focuses on providing exceptional care for hospitalized patients, particularly those with intestinal failure, while also offering crucial nutritional support. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, bringing expertise in pediatric care and a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes. Join a team that values teamwork and professional development, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of diverse patients aged 0-21.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Must hold or obtain South Carolina Nurse Practitioner licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, including history-taking and evaluations.
• Performs procedures such as nutrition support management and feeding tube care.

Skills

Patient Care

Teamwork

Nutritional Support

Pediatric Care

Clinical Evaluations

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Completion of accredited PA or NP program

Tools

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

MUSCP - Advanced Practice Provider (APP - NP/PA) - Department of Pediatrics: Division of Gastroenterology

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Job Description Summary

The successful applicant will be an Advanced Practice Provider interested in working full-time in the care of hospitalized patients with intestinal failure at Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and providing inpatient nutritional support. The ideal candidate will possess a strong sense of teamwork and will help to build and expand our practice caring for diverse patients.

Entity

University Medical Associates (UMA) - Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001019 COM PEDS Gastroenterology CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Job Description

Job Summary/Purpose: The successful applicant will be an Advanced Practice Provider interested in working full-time in the care of hospitalized patients with intestinal failure at Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital and providing inpatient nutritional support. The ideal candidate will possess a strong sense of teamwork and will help to build and expand our practice caring for diverse patients.

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Salaried/Exempt

Hours per week: 40

Patient Population Focus: Inpatient

Patient Population Age Range: 0-21

Required Training And Experience

Minimum Training: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and current licensure or eligibility as a Physician Assistant, or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and licensure as an APRN.

• Physician Assistant

or

• APRN License/Certification:
• Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PCPNP/PNP): Pediatric patients (birth to age 21), stable chronic disease management or primary care setting.
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease management, primary care across lifespan.

Preferred Experience: One year of Pediatric subspecialty experience as a PA or APRN.

Degree of Supervision: An APRN or PA will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: All certifications must be current and complete prior to start: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). DHEC and DEA licenses should be initiated before employment. The Nutrition Support APP will be expected to obtain and maintain CNSC certification within 18 months of hire.

Job Duties

• Provides direct patient care, including history-taking, physical exams, evaluations, and treatments based on clinical findings.
• Performs procedures such as nutrition support management, feeding tube care, and central line care.
• Initiates referrals and consults with physicians as needed.
• Documents care and participates in quality improvement, research, and compliance activities.
• Supports professional development and may precept students and new team members.

Additional Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing, at least two years of clinical experience (one in a specialty), certification as a Nurse Practitioner, licensure as a Registered Nurse, BLS certification, and eligibility for certification within six months if a new graduate. Must hold or obtain South Carolina Nurse Practitioner licensure.

The MUSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.