Orthopedic Surgical NP/PA: Autonomy in Clinic & Rounds

Cook Children's; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for their Surgical Orthopedics department. This full-time role involves patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention, working collaboratively with physicians in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies along with pediatric experience. Certification and current Texas licenses are required, along with CPR and ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of pediatric nursing experience or related specialized area strongly preferred.
• Certified as a Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
• Current Texas professional registered nurse/physician assistant license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention.
• Develop and maintain a patient volume under physician supervision.
• Provide practice/clinic/call coverage as needed.

Skills

Pediatric nursing experience

Patient assessment

Intervention protocols

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Cook Children's in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for their Surgical Orthopedics department. This full-time role involves patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention, working collaboratively with physicians in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies along with pediatric experience. Certification and current Texas licenses are required, along with CPR and ACLS certifications.