Pediatric Nurse Practitioner — ED Behavioral Health

Arkansas Children's Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock seeks an APRN to support behavioral health needs in the ED. The role is full-time, with an expectation of autonomous practice within a collaborative physician-led setting.

The position requires a Master’s degree, AR RN license or compact state license, and at least six years of nursing experience. Safety-sensitive role with vaccination and tobacco-free workplace policies.

Qualifications

• APRN with RN license in Arkansas or a Compact State.
• Minimum 6 years nursing experience.
• Safety sensitive role due to pediatric care setting.

Responsibilities

• Gathers information for new and established patients including medical history and physical exams.
• Assesses patient/family needs and directs care with evidence-based practices.
• Documents care plans, outcomes, and billing information per policy.
• Communicates with health care team to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to enhance care delivery.

Skills

Autonomy in practice

Collaborative practice

Clinical assessment

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Arkansas Children's Hospital in Little Rock seeks an APRN to support behavioral health needs in the ED. The role is full-time, with an expectation of autonomous practice within a collaborative physician-led setting.

The position requires a Master’s degree, AR RN license or compact state license, and at least six years of nursing experience. Safety-sensitive role with vaccination and tobacco-free workplace policies.