Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a Nurse Practitioner to join the pediatric inpatient unit, delivering comprehensive, family-centered care to hematology/oncology patients. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, manage admissions, and educate families on treatment options.

The role emphasizes inpatient care, teaching potential, and participation in quality improvement efforts, with some after-hours responsibilities and outreach visits.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Texas with current NP certification
• Texas State Board recognition as Advanced Practitioner
• Preferred: 2+ years in pediatrics/hematology/oncology
• BLS and PALS certifications are preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to pediatric hematology and oncology patients.
• Manage inpatient admissions, consults, and discharge; develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate and monitor inpatient infusion services; be available for hospital consults.
• Ensure charts are up-to-date and compliant with policy; document encounters in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, side effects, and care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals for holistic care.
• Document care encounters in the EMR; participate in team meetings and quality improvement.
• Potential travel to outreach clinics/home visits and after-hours educational activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-based care

EPIC EMR familiarity

Teaching potential

Education

RN license in Texas

Nurse Practitioner certification

Advanced Practitioner recognition by Texas Board

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Position Description

The Nurse Practitioner will function within University Medical Center pediatric inpatient unit, delivering comprehensive, family-centered care to pediatric patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions in a multidisciplinary inpatient setting. As a key member of the cancer center’s collaborative care team, the NP will provide expert patient-centered management and compassionate support to children and their families navigating complex medical journeys. Provides primary care as part of a health care team in an ambulatory setting in a particular discipline. Provides patient education and counseling as well as physical assessment. May participate in teaching programs for students and other student residents. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions and requires a high degree of contact with patients, families, and other clinic personnel and outside professionals. Some positions in the classification require travel to outreach clinics and home visits, and participation in educational efforts and special programs that occur outside of normal working hours.

Position Description

The Nurse Practitioner will function within University Medical Center pediatric inpatient unit, delivering comprehensive, family-centered care to pediatric patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions in a multidisciplinary inpatient setting. As a key member of the cancer center’s collaborative care team, the NP will provide expert patient-centered management and compassionate support to children and their families navigating complex medical journeys. Provides primary care as part of a health care team in an ambulatory setting in a particular discipline. Provides patient education and counseling as well as physical assessment. May participate in teaching programs for students and other student residents. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions and requires a high degree of contact with patients, families, and other clinic personnel and outside professionals. Some positions in the classification require travel to outreach clinics and home visits, and participation in educational efforts and special programs that occur outside of normal working hours.

Major/Essential Functions

On-Call Coverage at University Medical Center’s pediatric inpatient unit.

• Provide direct clinical care to pediatric hematology and oncology patients at the University Medical Center pediatric inpatient unit.
• Manage inpatient admissions, consults, and discharge. Develop individualized care plans and ensure continuity and safety throughout treatment.
• Coordinate and monitor inpatient infusion services; remain available for consults at both hospitals.
• Ensure patients' charts are kept up-to-date and timely following policy requirements.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, medication side effects, and care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals to deliver holistic, team-based care.
• Document all clinical encounters promptly and accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Actively participate in care team meetings, continuing education, and quality improvement efforts.
• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Thrive in an inpatient setting with rotating coverage at UMC, working both independently and collaboratively.
• Assist and/or perform spinal taps, intrathecal chemotherapy, and bone marrow sampling. Proper training and continuous oversight will be provided.

Required Qualifications

Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program; current RN license in the State of Texas or have the ability to transfer your license to Texas. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the appropriate nursing specialty from an approved certification program as recognized by the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Recognition by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners as an Advance Practitioner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with chemotherapy and supportive care protocols.
• Familiarity with EPIC or similar EMR systems.
• At least 2 years of experience in pediatrics, hematology, or oncology.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.