PA Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner License
Relevant clinical experience
Strong communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Responsibilities
Provide high-level autonomous patient care in the PICU
Engage in clinical decision-making for complex cases
Perform critical procedures such as intubation and line placement
Lead interdisciplinary teams in patient management
Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives
Contribute to educational activities for staff and community
Coverage for weekends, holidays, and on-call duties as required.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
Malpractice insurance coverage
Generous paid time-off allowance
Tax-free commuter benefits
Continuing medical education (CME) support
Supportive environment for career advancement
Full Job Description
Job Summary
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children is seeking a Full time Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in our Intensive Care Unit to join our team.
Highlights:
You will join a team of 7 attending Physicians, 7 Nurse Practitioners.
The unit is covered 24/7 by 2 Mid level providers. The Hours of coverage vary 7a-4p, 4p-8a, and 7a-8a. Your shifts will vary throughout the month.
Weekend and holiday coverage is expected. There are (3) 25 hr shifts of weekend time per month. Usually, one Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
There is call associated with this position - It will vary, minimum of 6 calls per month. Shifts will vary according to need.
The PNP is responsible for a practice that demonstrates a high level of autonomy, clinical decision making and advanced skill in management and treatment of complex illnesses in the critical care environment.
The PNP provides leadership and clinical support for the interdisciplinary team in the PICU/CCU/SCU, engages in research and quality management activities and, participates in multidisciplinary educational activities.
Procedures expected to perform in the hospital setting: Endo tracheal Intubation, Arterial and Central Venous Line Placement, Chest tube placement, Bedside Procedural Sedation, Spinal Taps Average number of patients seen - We have a 26 bed PICU that also houses Cardio Thoracic and Burn Patients.
Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children in our region.
The Benefits We Offer:
Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match.
Malpractice insurance & tail coverage
Paid time-off allowance
Commuter Benefits- tax-free transit or parking
CME time and money
Supportive health system to advance goals
Contact Person Name: Lisa Wortman
Contact Email: Lisa.Wortman@towerhealth.org
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Qualifications
Education Requirements
Master's Degree
Experience
Relevant Experience
Certification and Licensure
PA Registered Nurse License
PA Certified Registered Pediatric Nurse Practitioner License
Required Skills
Excellent Communications Skills
Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Leadership Skills
The Community
Philadelphia located between New York and Washington D.C, is considered to be the birthplace of the United States. The Constitution was debated here in Philadelphia in what is now the Independence Hall. The nearby Liberty Bell Center is home to the famous two-thousand-pound bell which became a symbol of freedom. The National Constitution Center also tells the story of 1920s prohibition. Learn more about Al Capone and other famous former inmates at the Eastern State Penitentiary. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, one of the country's largest museums, is not to be missed. At Fairmount Park, discover outdoor art on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, as well as the Smith Memorial Arch dedicated to Civil War heroes. Attractions for kids include Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest zoo in America. Meet more animals at the Academy of Natural Sciences or enjoy fun and educational interactive displays at the Please Touch Museum.
