Full Job Description
TeamHealth has an excellent opportunity for a lead acute care or pediatric nurse practitioner to join our team at El Paso Children's Hospital in El Paso, Texas. This comprehensive emergency department offers a team that is trained to treat the full spectrum of pediatric emergencies with access to board certified pediatric specialists. Enjoy strong clinical and leadership support, and thrive in a city offering low cost of living, no state income tax, and 300+ days of sunshine!
About El Paso Children's Hospital ED
- Annual patient volume of 27,000
- 13-bed ED
- EMR: Cerner
- 24 hours of physician coverage (12-hour shifts)
- 12 to 24 hours of APC coverage
Position Requirements
- Board-certified acute care nurse practitioner (ACNP or AGACNP) through ANCC or AACN, or board-certified pediatric primary care nurse practitioner (PPCNP) through ANCC
- Prefer 2+ years in peds
- Ability to lead and mentor a team of APCs
- Current ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Texas medical license and DEA or ability to obtain prior to start date
Pay Structure
- Employee status (W2) status
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision + more
Join a team that values clinical excellence and patient-centered care. Apply today to learn more!
City Description
El Paso lies in far west Texas and is the 19th most populous city in the U.S. with a population of almost 650,000. Standing on the Rio Grande, El Paso is across the U.S./Mexico border from Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico, so the city is loaded with history and historic places. The Franklin Mountains extend into El Paso from the north and nearly divide the city into two sections: the west side forming the beginnings of the Mesilla Valley and the east side expanding into the desert and lower valley. At an elevation of 3,800 feet above sea level, with the highest peak in the city being North Franklin Mountain at 7,192 feet above sea level. El Paso is also home to the 24,000-acre Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest urban park in the United States. El Paso is a thriving metropolitan city and is home to the University of Texas at El Paso, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Fort Bliss, one of the largest military complexes of the United States and neighbors Alamogordo, New Mexico, home to Holloman Air Force Base.
Facility Description
El Paso Children's Hospital is a 122-bed teaching hospital associated with Texas Tech University. El Paso Children's Hospital has the full spectrum of pediatric specialties including pediatric imaging, pediatric inpatient and outpatient infusion, pediatric intensive care unit, pediatric operating rooms, pediatric critical care transport team, and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. El Paso Children's Hospital has over 30 specialties and is always growing.
Job Benefits
- Collegial practice environment with supportive system and medical director
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- Over 300,000 CME hours available through TeamHealth Institute
- Flexible scheduling supporting a work-life balance
- Affordable cost of living and no state income tax
- Family-friendly communities with excellent schools and amenities
