Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Advanced Practice Provider (APP))

Arkansas Children's

$90K — $110K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in nursing or related field.
  • 6 years of nursing experience preferred.
  • Arkansas RN license or Compact State equivalent is required.
  • APRN-CNP or related pediatric certification preferred.
  • Strong ortho experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Gather medical history and assessments for new and established patients.
  • Identify patient/family needs across physical, psychosocial, and educational dimensions.
  • Interpret health data to direct patient care effectively.
  • Provide ongoing care, treatment, and educational resources for patients and families.
  • Document health data and care plans accurately according to policy.
  • Complete billing forms using ICD-9 and CPT codes in line with legal standards.
  • Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals as required.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to improving care delivery.

Benefits

  • Health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions.
  • Paid time off for vacation and personal days.
  • Continuing education opportunities to enhance professional skills.
Full Job Description

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Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC603028 ACMG Urgent Care Bentonville

Summary:
Springdale Ortho Injury Clinic - ortho experience strongly preferred

Additional 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 Degree

Recommended Education:

Required Work Experience:

Recommended Work Experience:
Nursing - 6 years of experience

Required Certifications:
1 of the following certifications is required -  , Registered Nurse (RN) license - Arkansas or Compact State

Recommended 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 - ANCC

Description

1. 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.

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