Pediatric CVICU NP/PA - Cardiovascular ICU Specialist

Baylor College of Medicine; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine and CHRISTUS Children's Hospital in San Antonio seek a full-time Advanced Practitioner for the Pediatric Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. You will deliver expert pediatric care under physician supervision and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across clinics and inpatient services.

The role offers a faculty appointment in pediatrics, a competitive salary, and full benefits. Prior CV ICU and/or pediatric cardiology experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing required.
• Current RN license by the Texas Board of Nursing and Texas APRN-NP licensure.
• BLS and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications required.
• For PA: TX PA licensure and NCCPA certification.
• Experience in CV ICU or pediatric cardiology/cardiac surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts.
• Monitor and ensure accuracy of recording on patient medical records.
• Provide follow-up health maintenance care per supervising physician.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and families.
• Collaborate with providers and staff for care management.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

Chronic illness care experience

Strong physical assessment skills

Team collaboration with physicians

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

RN license (TX)

APRN-NP license (TX)

PA licensure (TX)

NCCPA certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine and CHRISTUS Children's Hospital in San Antonio seek a full-time Advanced Practitioner for the Pediatric Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. You will deliver expert pediatric care under physician supervision and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across clinics and inpatient services.

The role offers a faculty appointment in pediatrics, a competitive salary, and full benefits. Prior CV ICU and/or pediatric cardiology experience is preferred.