Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown NP/PA — Advanced Practice Leader

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC seeks a Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to deliver direct pediatric patient care in high-acuity settings. The NP or PA will participate in education, research, and leadership within the Duke Health System.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing care plans, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to ensure optimal outcomes for children from 0 to 21 years old. Strong communication with families is essential.

Qualifications

• NP: Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program graduate.
• PA: ARC accredited Physician Assistant program graduate.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for critically ill pediatric patients via NP/PA role.
• Collaborate with supervising physician and health care team to develop plans of care.
• Educate patients and families; contribute to clinical education programs.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Educator

Research Utilization

Consultant

Leadership

Education

NP: Acute Care Pediatric NP (MSN/DNP)

PA: ARC-PA accredited PA program

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC seeks a Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to deliver direct pediatric patient care in high-acuity settings. The NP or PA will participate in education, research, and leadership within the Duke Health System.

Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing care plans, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to ensure optimal outcomes for children from 0 to 21 years old. Strong communication with families is essential.