Pediatric Acute Care NP for Complex Cases & Team Impact

Nexus Health Systems Ltd

Shenandoah (TX)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Nexus Children's Hospital - Shenandoah seeks an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced medical care to children and adolescents with complex medical, neurological, rehabilitative, and behavioral health needs. This role collaborates with physicians, nurses, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions during hospitalization.

The ideal candidate has a master's degree in nursing, an NP certification, Texas NP

Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or post-master's NP certification.
Current, unrestricted Texas RN license.
Current, unrestricted Texas NP licensure as NP.
National board certification as NP.
BLS certification in good standing.

Responsibilities

Obtain medical histories and perform physical/neurological examinations.
Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions.
Provide direct medical care to pediatric/adolescent patients with complex needs.
Order labs and imaging, interpret results, and initiate interventions.
Prescribe medications per Texas law and hospital policy.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
Participate in admission reviews and weekly treatment team meetings.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses and care plans.