Pediatric Cardiac NP/PA - Nutrition & Prehab Clinician

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health, vision & dental insurance

Child care subsidies

Student loan subsidies

Time off & retirement benefits

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support the PECAN Program for pediatric cardiac nutrition, delivering inpatient and outpatient care as needed. The APP will perform comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans, coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team, and educate patients and families about nutrition and disease management.

A graduate of an accredited NP or PA program with at least 1 year of pediatric APP experience is preferred;

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• At least 1 year of pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant experience preferred.
• New graduates will be considered with a minimum of 2 years of inpatient RN experience, preferably in pediatrics, cardiac care, or higher-acuity settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including patient interviews, physical examinations, and reviewing medical histories.
• Develop problem lists, differential diagnoses, and individualized treatment plans.
• Evaluate patient conditions, recommend clinical interventions, and implement plans with attending physicians and care team.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies and document encounters for review and signature.
• Coordinate care, participate in rounds, and assist with discharge planning and transitions.
• Provide patient and family education and support, including prehabilitation, nutrition, and wound care as applicable.
• Participate in continuing education and quality assessment activities.

Job description

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support the PECAN Program for pediatric cardiac nutrition, delivering inpatient and outpatient care as needed. The APP will perform comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans, coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team, and educate patients and families about nutrition and disease management.

A graduate of an accredited NP or PA program with at least 1 year of pediatric APP experience is preferred;