Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care (Autonomous APRN)

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking an APRN to provide autonomous pediatric care in a collaborative setting with physicians. The role involves assessment, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions for children and families.

Required education includes a Master’s degree and RN license with APRN-CNP certifications. The APRN will document care, coordinate with care teams, and participate in quality improvement and education activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a nursing discipline.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN-CNP) certifications.

Responsibilities

• Gathers information for new and established patients including medical history and assessments.
• Assesses patient and family needs across physical, psychosocial, educational and cultural dimensions.
• Interprets health data and directs patient care.
• Provides ongoing and follow-up care including pharmacologic and diagnostic treatments and education.
• Documents health data, plan of care, and outcomes according to policy.
• Completes billing forms and codes based on laws and policy.
• Communicates with referring physicians and hospital staff as appropriate.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and related strategies.
• Disseminates relevant research findings through practice and education.
• Engages in professional organizations to maintain expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking an APRN to provide autonomous pediatric care in a collaborative setting with physicians. The role involves assessment, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions for children and families.

Required education includes a Master’s degree and RN license with APRN-CNP certifications. The APRN will document care, coordinate with care teams, and participate in quality improvement and education activities.