Pediatric NP/PA: Independent Evaluations & Team-Based Care

Connecticut Children's; Connecticut; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A pediatric healthcare organization in Connecticut is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant to conduct thorough evaluations of pediatric patients and develop management plans. This position requires at least 2 years of APP experience and familiarity with interdisciplinary care. Candidates must hold an APRN license or be certified as a Physician Assistant in Connecticut. Strong communication and clinical reasoning skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of APP experience required.
• Cultural competence in patient and family communication is essential.
• Must hold Current State of Connecticut (Pediatric) APRN licensure.

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations of pediatric patients with increasing independence.
• Develops interdisciplinary management plans for common diagnoses.
• Coordinates inter-professional patient-centered care among different specialties.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Medical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate degree in nursing

Graduation from an accredited physician assistant program

Job description

A pediatric healthcare organization in Connecticut is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant to conduct thorough evaluations of pediatric patients and develop management plans. This position requires at least 2 years of APP experience and familiarity with interdisciplinary care. Candidates must hold an APRN license or be certified as a Physician Assistant in Connecticut. Strong communication and clinical reasoning skills are essential for this role.