Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner

CARIN Alliance; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CARIN Alliance is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide advanced, specialized care to critically ill pediatric cardiac patients in a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. Assess patients, develop and implement treatment plans, perform procedures within scope, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support safe, high-quality outcomes.

You will conduct clinical assessments, monitor patients, and work with the care team to ensure evidence-based care and strong family

Qualifications

• Active NP or PA licensure/certification.
• Experience or training in pediatric critical care or cardiac ICU.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication and teamwork.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and ongoing monitoring of critically ill pediatric patients.
• Formulate and carry out treatment plans with the care team.
• Perform procedures within established scope of practice.
• Educate and support families with clear, compassionate guidance.
• Maintain standards focused on safety, quality and evidence-based care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NP or PA license

Job description

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant — Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care

Provide advanced, specialized care to critically ill pediatric cardiac patients in a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. Assess patients, develop and implement treatment plans, perform procedures within scope, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support safe, high-quality outcomes.

Key duties

• Conduct clinical assessments and ongoing monitoring of critically ill pediatric patients
• Formulate and carry out treatment plans in coordination with the care team
• Perform procedures within established scope of practice
• Educate and support patients’ families with clear, compassionate guidance
• Maintain standards focused on safety, quality, and evidence-based care

Qualifications

• Active licensure/certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Experience or training relevant to pediatric critical care and/or cardiac intensive care
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and family-centered care