Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

The Nemours Foundation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours Children Hospital in Orlando is seeking an APP to join our Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU). This role involves managing patient care from admission to discharge under the supervision of a physician, with a focus on collaborative, evidence-based practice.

The APP will participate in a rotating schedule including EMU blocks, inpatient care, and weekends, with night calls as required. Florida APRN or PA licensure, board certification, and BLS/PALS are mandatory, along with DEA credentials.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing (APRN) or physician assistant studies.
• Florida APRN license or PA license with national certification.
• BLS and PALS required at hire; Florida DEA.

Responsibilities

• Provide care from admission to discharge in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
• Collaborate with neurology team and supervising MD.
• Manage night calls and weekend inpatient coverage as scheduled.
• Document patient progress and care plans clearly and timely.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Verbal written communication

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Epilepsy Monitoring Unit

Job Description

Nemours Children Hospital in Orlando is currently seeking an APP to join our Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU).

The APP will function in an expanded collaborative role to provide comprehensive, complete management of patients in the EMU under the supervision of the MD. The APP will be responsible for care from admission to discharge and will demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills in all phases of practice. All functions of the job are subject to change based on departmental needs.

The schedule will typically be two weeks EMU, one-week of inpatient care with call and one week of clinical work. The schedule includes the night calls and inpatient neurology coverage over weekends.

APRN Candidates must have a current unrestricted Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License to practice in the state of Florida; Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification via National Certification Center (Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care Certification required); AHA BLS and PALS upon hire; FL DEA

PA-C Candidates must have a current unrestricted Physician Assistant License to practice in the state(s) in which privileges are sought; National Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants; AHA BLS & PALS upon hire; FL DEA

Nemours offers its Associates a highly competitive salary with a robust benefits package that includes relocation, health/life/dental/vision for Associates and their dependents, a wellness program, CME, 403(b) with employer match, licensure and dues allowance, tuition reimbursement, legal plan, adoption assistance and many other benefit options. If you're looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.

About Us

Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.

Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.

Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.

Job Info

• Job Identification 19142
• Job Category Other Medical Providers
• Posting Date 09/29/2026, 01:45 PM
• Degree Level Master's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 6535 Nemours Parkway, Orlando, FL, 32827, US (On-site)