Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider

The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD seeks a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider to deliver comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients with congenital and acquired heart disease in a high-acuity ICU.

This full-time, on-site role involves advanced assessments, care plans, diagnostic testing, collaboration with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams, rounds, transitions of care, family education, and opportunities in

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with pediatric/acute care certification.
• Expertise in pediatric cardiac ICU, including hemodynamic monitoring and ventilator management.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and care-planning skills for critically ill children.
• Able to coordinate care across disciplines and participate in teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients with heart disease in the ICU.
• Perform advanced assessments, develop and implement care plans, order tests, and manage therapies.
• Participate in rounds, transitions of care, family education, and safety/quality initiatives.
• Contribute to clinical documentation, teaching, mentoring, and potential research activities.

Skills

Pediatric ICU

Hemodynamic monitoring

Ventilator management

Care planning

Multidisciplinary teams

Evidence-based practice

Quality improvement

Teaching/mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or PA Studies

Job description

Company Description

The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine offers top-ranked medical and graduate programs that attract individuals seeking careers in clinical practice, research, and medical arts. Learners and professionals benefit from working alongside teachers, scientists, and physicians who are recognized as global leaders in their specialties. The institution emphasizes innovation, evidence-based care, and academic excellence in a collaborative environment. Applicants join a community that supports professional development, interdisciplinary learning, and meaningful contributions to patient care and scientific discovery.

Role Description

The Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Advanced Practice Provider will deliver comprehensive care to critically ill pediatric patients with congenital and acquired heart disease in an intensive care setting. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing advanced assessments, developing and implementing care plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and managing complex therapies in collaboration with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams. The role involves participation in daily rounds, coordination of transitions of care, family education and counseling, and adherence to evidence-based protocols, safety standards, and quality improvement initiatives. The provider will also contribute to clinical documentation, interdisciplinary communication, and may engage in research, teaching, and mentoring activities within the division. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Baltimore, MD.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or eligibility as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, with appropriate national certification in a pediatric or acute care specialty.
• Demonstrated expertise in pediatric cardiac intensive care, including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and acute care of post-operative cardiac patients.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and care planning skills for critically ill children with complex cardiovascular conditions.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, communicate clearly with families and colleagues, and coordinate care across services.
• Training and experience in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards in an ICU environment.
• Willingness to participate in teaching, precepting, or mentoring, and to support research or academic initiatives within the department.
• Master’s degree or higher in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program; prior pediatric cardiac ICU or pediatric critical care experience strongly preferred.
• Flexibility to work full-time hours, including possible evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required for intensive care coverage.