Pediatric Research APRN (PART-TIME)

Arkansas Children’s Hospital; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Arkansas Children’s Hospital is seeking an APRN to provide autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for pediatric patients and families in a collaborative setting. The role emphasizes care of unstable chronic, complex acute, and critical conditions with advanced expertise.

Required is a Master's Degree with RN licensure in AR or compact state; the position is part time and safety sensitive. The APRN will engage in direct patient care, documentation, education, and quality improvement

Qualifications

• Gathers information for new and established patients including medical history, tests, physical exams.
• Assesses patient/family physical, psychosocial, educational, and cultural needs.
• Interprets health assessment data to direct patient care.
• Provides ongoing care including appropriate pharmacologic and diagnostic treatments and education.
• Documents all health data and plan of care per policy and outcomes.
• Completes all billing codes per federal and state laws and AC policy.
• Communicates with referring physicians and hospital staff as appropriate.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to improve care and cost effectiveness.
• Disseminates research findings through practice, education, or consultation.
• Participates in AC and professional organizations to maintain expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Gathers information for patients: medical history, tests, physical exams, developmental assessments.
• Assesses and identifies patient/family needs across physical, psychosocial, educational, and cultural domains.
• Interprets health data and directs patient care accordingly.
• Provides ongoing care with appropriate therapies and education for patients and families.
• Documents all care plans, outcomes, and reassessments in records.
• Completes billing codes in accordance with policies and laws.
• Communicates with referring physicians and hospital staff as needed.
• Engages in quality improvement and cost‑effectiveness initiatives.
• Shares relevant research through practice, education, and collaboration.
• Maintains professional development with nursing organizations.

Education

Master's Degree

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.CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the \"Find Jobs\" report.Work Shift:Please see job description for details.Time Type:Part timeDepartment:CC038965 Veerapandiyan General Research AccountSummary:Variable Days- Part Time ScheduleAdditional 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 DegreeRecommended Education:Required Work Experience:Recommended Work Experience:Nursing - 6 years of experienceRequired Certifications:1 of the following certifications is required - , Registered Nurse (RN) license - Arkansas or Compact StateRecommended 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 - ANCCDescription1. Gathers information for both new and established patients such as medical history, diagnostic tests, comprehensive physical examination, behavioral, development and psychosocial assessments.2. Assesses and identifies patient/family physical, psychosocial, educational, and cultural needs for assigned patient population.3. Accurately interprets health assessment data and applies findings in directing patient care.4. Provides ongoing and follow-up care including appropriate pharmacologic and diagnostic treatments and patient/family education.5. Documents all health data including plan of care and care according to policy, patient/family outcomes, and reassessments and plan modifications.6. Accurately completes all billing forms, including diagnostic (ICD-9) and treatment (CPT) codes, based on federal and state laws and AC policy.7. Communicates with referring physicians, health providers, and hospital staff as appropriate.8. Actively participates in quality improvement activities and the development strategies to improve patient care delivery and cost effectiveness.9. Disseminates relevant research findings through practice, publication, education, and/or consultation.10. Participates in AC, local and national professional nursing organizations as appropriate to maintain and share expertise.11. Performs other duties as assigned.