Pediatric ER APRN: Independent, High-Impact Care

Nicklaus Children's; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's in Florida seeks a Pediatric Emergency Medicine APRN to assess, diagnose, and manage episodic illness and acute pediatric conditions under physician supervision. You will perform exams, order tests, treat minor injuries, and document care.

The position requires a Master's or DNP, active Florida APRN licensure, and current AHA PALS/BLS certifications, with weekend and holiday availability. Collaboration with physicians and the care team is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited school.
• APRN Florida licensure active and in good standing throughout employment.
• Certification by ANCC, AANP, or PNCB and active in good standing.
• American Heart Association PALS and BLS active throughout employment.
• Credentialing by NCH Medical Administration required.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive and problem focused history and physician examinations.
• Initiates emergency resuscitation and stabilization as necessary.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests with protocol in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Performs procedures as demonstrated through competency and delineation of privileges.
• Works with physicians and health care professionals as a team leader or member.
• Participates in performance improvement, quality initiatives, and research.
• Ensures infection control standards and proper PPE usage.
• Maintains current expertise and skills to ensure high-quality clinical performance.
• Completes clinical documentation accurately and timely.
• Precepts APPs and students.
• Writes orders, monitors drug therapies, and performs other procedures within established protocol.

Skills

Pediatric NP experience

Independent judgment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Weekend/holiday readiness

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Job description

Nicklaus Children's in Florida seeks a Pediatric Emergency Medicine APRN to assess, diagnose, and manage episodic illness and acute pediatric conditions under physician supervision. You will perform exams, order tests, treat minor injuries, and document care.

The position requires a Master's or DNP, active Florida APRN licensure, and current AHA PALS/BLS certifications, with weekend and holiday availability. Collaboration with physicians and the care team is essential.