Senior Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurse Practitioner

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University seeks a Pediatric Acute Care Senior Nurse Practitioner for the Blalock Taussig Thomas Pediatric and Congenital Heart Center in the PCICU. The Sr.

NP will lead clinical care for critically ill children with congenital and acquired cardiac disease and guide staff development within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, research-informed practice, and active participation in unit and hospital committees.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing with RN license and NP certification.
• Minimum of 3 years in related clinical area; five years preferred.
• Residency or fellowship may substitute for some experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform history and physical exams and identify differential diagnoses.
• Prescribe medications within Maryland Board of Nursing scope for NP.
• Coordinate referrals and triage patient calls and visits.
• Supervise team members and participate in committees and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.

Skills

Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care

Nurse Practitioner

Team Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University seeks a Pediatric Acute Care Senior Nurse Practitioner for the Blalock Taussig Thomas Pediatric and Congenital Heart Center in the PCICU. The Sr.

NP will lead clinical care for critically ill children with congenital and acquired cardiac disease and guide staff development within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, research-informed practice, and active participation in unit and hospital committees.