Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (APP) - Behavioral Health

Arkansas Children's; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's is seeking an APRN to support pediatric behavioral health needs in the Emergency Department. The role involves autonomous practice within a collaborative physician-led environment to assess, diagnose, and treat complex acute pediatric conditions.

RequiredEducation: Master's Degree; Licensure as an RN in Arkansas or a compact state; APRN-CNP certification strongly preferred; strong pediatrics and emergency care experience encouraged. 40 hrs/week, full time.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or higher.
• APRN-CNP certification strongly preferred.
• Pediatric care and emergency department experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gathers information for new and established pediatric patients including history and examinations.
• Assesses patient and family needs and provides autonomous clinical care in collaboration with physicians.
• Diagnoses, treats and manages acute and complex pediatric conditions in the ED.
• Documents care plans, orders and billing information in accordance with policy.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and professional nursing organizations as appropriate.

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.
Work Shift:
Please See Job Description For Details.
Time Type:
Full time
Department:
CC603025 ACMG ACH ED
Summary:
Full-time 40 hrs/wk - Will support behavioral health needs in the ED.
Additional Information:
An APRN utilizes a high level of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of actual and potential health problems of pediatric patients and their families. Provides care for patients with unstable chronic, complex acute and critical condition. Possesses an advanced knowledge level, skill, and competence in the provision of care to specific patient and family populations and serves across the AC care continuum as a clinical resource. The APRN practices autonomously in a collaborative practice setting with a physician.
Required Education:
Master's Degree
Recommended Education:
Required Work Experience:
Recommended Work Experience:
Nursing - 6 years of experience
Required Certifications:
1 of the following certifications is required - , Registered Nurse (RN) license - Arkansas or Compact State
Recommended Certifications:
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP) - Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN), Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Dual Acute Care/Primary Care - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC) - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - ANCC
Description:

• Gathers information for both new and established patients such as medical history, diagnostic tests, comprehensive physical examination, behavioral, development and psychosocial assessments.
• Assesses and identifies patient/family physical, psychosocial, educational, and cultural needs for assigned patient population.
• Accurately interprets health assessment data and applies findings in directing patient care.
• Provides ongoing and follow-up care including appropriate pharmacologic and diagnostic treatments and patient/family education.
• Documents all health data including plan of care and care according to policy, patient/family outcomes, and reassessments and plan modifications.
• Accurately completes all billing forms, including diagnostic (ICD-9) and treatment (CPT) codes, based on federal and state laws and AC policy.
• Communicates with referring physicians, health providers, and hospital staff as appropriate.
• Actively participates in quality improvement activities and the development strategies to improve patient care delivery and cost effectiveness.
• Disseminates relevant research findings through practice, publication, education, and/or consultation.
• Participates in AC, local and national professional nursing organizations as appropriate to maintain and share expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.