Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Inpatient Pediatric Surgery

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join the Division of Pediatric Surgery on a 0.9 FTE, 36-hour week, full-time schedule. The role provides 24/7 inpatient coverage across pediatric surgical service lines and collaborates with surgeons, fellows, residents, nurses, and the multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care.

Ideal candidates have an NP (FNP) or PA license with pediatric acute care experience; licensure in Ohio required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or related field; Doctor of Nursing Practice preferred.
• Current licensure and certification as NP (FNP) or PA in Ohio.
• Multi-state licensure may be required based on subspecialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with surgical teams.
• Manage post-operative and medically complex surgical patients.
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test results.
• Perform procedures consistent with credentialing and scope of practice.
• Respond to acute clinical changes and escalating patient care needs.
• Coordinate transitions of care and discharge planning.
• Provide patient, family, and staff education.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care conferences.
• Ensure timely documentation and communication across care teams.

Education

Master's degree in related field

Doctor of Nursing Practice degree

Tools

FNP Certification

Acute Care Certification

Job description

Description Of APP Role

The Division of Pediatric Surgery is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Nurse Practitioner to join a collaborative Advanced Practice Provider team delivering comprehensive care to hospitalized surgical patients. This position provides 24/7 inpatient coverage across multiple pediatric surgical service lines and works closely with attending surgeons, fellows, residents, nurses, and multidisciplinary team members to provide high-quality, evidence-based care.

Primary Location

Location C

Department

APP Surgical Subspecialty Inp

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

36

FTE

0.9

Employee Status

Regular

Division - Pediatric Surgery

Description Of APP Role

The Division of Pediatric Surgery is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Nurse Practitioner to join a collaborative Advanced Practice Provider team delivering comprehensive care to hospitalized surgical patients. This position provides 24/7 inpatient coverage across multiple pediatric surgical service lines and works closely with attending surgeons, fellows, residents, nurses, and multidisciplinary team members to provide high-quality, evidence-based care.

The Acute Care Surgical NP manages patients throughout the continuum of hospitalization, including pre-operative evaluation, post-operative management, acute clinical assessment, coordination of care, patient and family education, discharge planning, and consultation services.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with surgical teams
• Manage post-operative and medically complex surgical patients
• Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test results
• Perform procedures consistent with credentialing and scope of practice
• Respond to acute clinical changes and escalating patient care needs
• Coordinate transitions of care and discharge planning
• Provide patient, family, and staff education
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care conferences
• Ensure timely documentation and communication across care teams

Experience

Minimum 1-2 years of pediatric acute care, critical care, emergency medicine, or surgical experience preferred

New graduates with significant pediatric acute care clinical experience may be considered

Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician Assistant - NP

Qualifications

• Certification-FNP, Acute Care, Primary Care, PA, any
• Specialty experience preferred (ED experience, Surgical experience, etc.)

Schedule

• Shift length: 12 hours
• Rotating shifts
• Holidays- yes
• Weekends- yes
• Call-yes
• JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Scope for subspecialty role will not exceed the scope of the collaborating or supervising MD

Job Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field. May require clinical license, certification or training OR Doctor of Nursing Practice degree
• Preferred: Experience as an APP in subspecialty
• Licensure and certification in accordance with CCHMC Delineation of Privileges
• Multi-state licensure in addition to Ohio licensure may be required based on subspecialty

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children’s Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

Comprehensive Job Description Provided Upon Request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability