Pediatric Endocrinology NP/PA — Flexible Orientation & Travel

Akron Children’s; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children’s is seeking an advanced practice nurse practitioner or physician assistant to provide pediatric endocrine care, including diabetes, thyroid, growth and puberty disorders. Orientation occurs in Akron (6 months) before permanent placement in Marietta, with travel and living accommodations supported.

You will collaborate with pediatric endocrinologists and a multidisciplinary team to plan education, follow-up and care coordination for children and families.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Licensed as an RN in State of Ohio with NP certification.
• Certificate to prescribe and prescriptive authority requirements.
• ACLS or PALS may be required depending on practice setting.
• Credentialing as active medical staff member and privileges.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, and manage pediatric endocrine patients in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Order, review, and interpret labs, imaging, CGM data, and insulin pump downloads.
• Develop and adjust individualized care plans including medication and diabetes technology support.
• Educate patients and families on chronic condition management and sick-day plans.
• Coordinate care with families, schools, PCPs, and specialty services with proper documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Documentation

Communication

Education

Master's or Doctoral Degree in Nursing

Tools

ACLS or PALS

Job description

Akron Children’s is seeking an advanced practice nurse practitioner or physician assistant to provide pediatric endocrine care, including diabetes, thyroid, growth and puberty disorders. Orientation occurs in Akron (6 months) before permanent placement in Marietta, with travel and living accommodations supported.

You will collaborate with pediatric endocrinologists and a multidisciplinary team to plan education, follow-up and care coordination for children and families.