Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Family-Centered, 3-Office Float

Summit Medical Group; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hometown Pediatrics, a member of Summit Medical Group, seeks a dedicated Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team. You will care for infants to adolescents and their families in our pediatric office, with a focus on high-quality, family-centered care.

This full-time role floats among three offices, requiring compassionate, collaborative patient care and a commitment to ongoing education and patient advocacy within a dynamic pediatric practice.

Qualifications

• RN and APRN licensure in Tennessee required.
• Pediatric Board Certification required.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs pediatric physical exams across all age groups per guidelines.
• Maintains and reviews pediatric patient records, growth charts, and immunization histories.
• Orders and interprets age-appropriate labs and diagnostics for pediatric patients.
• Assesses acute pediatric illnesses and chronic conditions; develops treatment plans with physicians as needed.
• Reviews and communicates test results to families promptly and clearly.
• Educates parents and patients about medications, nutrition, development, immunizations, injury prevention, and prevention strategies.
• Assists physicians in managing both acute and long-term pediatric needs (asthma, allergies, ADHD, weight management).
• Provides continuity of care between visits and supports families at home and in the clinic.
• Triages pediatric nurse calls, offers guidance, and escalates urgent concerns appropriately.

Skills

Pediatric Nursing

Nurse Practitioner

Board Certification in Pediatrics

Education

Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Hometown Pediatrics, a member of Summit Medical Group, seeks a dedicated Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner to join our team. You will care for infants to adolescents and their families in our pediatric office, with a focus on high-quality, family-centered care.

This full-time role floats among three offices, requiring compassionate, collaborative patient care and a commitment to ongoing education and patient advocacy within a dynamic pediatric practice.