Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Vantage Health Partners; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Health Partners in Lake Charles, LA, seeks a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our on-site clinic. The role focuses on well-child exams, immunizations, and managing acute and chronic pediatric illnesses in collaboration with physicians.

You will educate families, document thoroughly in the EHR, and participate in community health outreach. This full-time position offers professional growth and continuing education support.

Qualifications

• Master's (MSN) or Doctorate (DNP) in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Active Louisiana APRN license as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
• PNP board certification through PNCB or ANCC.
• Proven expertise in well-child exams and immunization administration.
• Strong skills in managing acute and chronic pediatric illnesses.
• Proficiency in patient histories, physical examinations, and treatment planning.
• Preferred: 2+ years of pediatric clinical experience.
• Preferred: Strong family education skills and the ability to communicate complex health information clearly.
• Preferred: Proficiency with EHR documentation systems.
• Preferred: Experience collaborating with physicians and community health outreach initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive well-child examinations, including growth and developmental assessments.
• Administer and manage immunization schedules in accordance with current guidelines.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pediatric illnesses.
• Perform patient histories and physical examinations for pediatric patients.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and self-care.
• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care.
• Document patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Participate in community outreach and health education programs.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain compliance with clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and practice guidelines.

Skills

Well-child exams

Immunizations

Pediatric care

Family education

EHR documentation

Education

Master's (MSN) or Doctorate (DNP) in Nursing

Louisiana APRN license (Pediatric NP)

PNP board certification (PNCB/ANCC)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Description

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative team at our full-time, on-site pediatric clinic in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This Mid-Senior level role offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to infants, children, and adolescents within a supportive clinical environment.

As a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, you will provide well-child examinations, administer immunizations, and manage both acute and chronic pediatric illnesses. You will work closely with physicians and interdisciplinary colleagues to develop individualized treatment plans, educate families on health promotion and disease prevention, and maintain accurate, thorough patient records. Your work will also extend into the community through health education and outreach programs that promote wellness across Lake Charles.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, along with continuing education support, professional growth opportunities, and access to state-of-the-art clinical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive well-child examinations, including growth and developmental assessments
• Administer and manage immunization schedules in accordance with current guidelines
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic pediatric illnesses
• Perform patient histories and physical examinations for pediatric patients
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and self-care
• Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care
• Document patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Participate in community outreach and health education programs
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
• Maintain compliance with clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and practice guidelines

Requirements

• Master's (MSN) or Doctorate (DNP) in Nursing from an accredited program
• Active Louisiana APRN license as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
• PNP board certification through PNCB or ANCC
• Proven expertise in well-child exams and immunization administration
• Strong skills in managing acute and chronic pediatric illnesses
• Proficiency in conducting patient histories, physical examinations, and treatment planning
• Preferred: 2+ years of pediatric clinical experience
• Preferred: Strong family education skills and the ability to communicate complex health information clearly
• Preferred: Proficiency with EHR documentation systems
• Preferred: Experience collaborating with physicians and community health outreach initiatives