Pediatric NP: Complex Care & Behavioral Health

Nexus Health Systems; Shenandoah (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Shenandoah is seeking an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced medical care to children and adolescents with complex medical, neurological, rehabilitative, and behavioral health needs. You will work with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and other professionals to assess medical needs and manage conditions during hospitalization.

The NP will perform advanced clinical duties under the Medical Director, participate in admissions, care

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or equivalent NP certification.
• Current, unrestricted Texas RN license.
• Current, unrestricted Texas APRN NP licensure.
• Current national board NP certification.
• BLS certification in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform physical/neuro exams.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic pediatric conditions.
• Provide direct medical care to pediatric/adolescent patients with complex needs.
• Order and interpret labs/diagnostics and initiate interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams on care plans.
• Develop individualized healthcare plans and update physician reviews.
• Document status, plans, and progress in medical records.
• Participate in admission reviews and weekly treatment team meetings.

Skills

Pediatric assessment

Clinical decision making

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

NP master's degree (or post-master NP cert)

Texas NP/APRN licensure

Job description

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Shenandoah is seeking an experienced Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced medical care to children and adolescents with complex medical, neurological, rehabilitative, and behavioral health needs. You will work with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and other professionals to assess medical needs and manage conditions during hospitalization.

The NP will perform advanced clinical duties under the Medical Director, participate in admissions, care