Job DescriptionNemours Children's Health is seeking Advanced Practice Providers to join our Genetics Team in Jacksonville, Florida!
Nemours Children's pediatric geneticists help kids with complex conditions grow up healthy. Our providers look for causes of developmental delays, physical differences, growth problems, learning issues and more. We use the latest technologies to study genes and how they're involved in certain conditions. We're experts in pediatric genetic disorders, including conditions that are present at birth, conditions that affect the brain, rare syndromes that have many symptoms at once, and many more.
Key Responsibilities- Provides care to pediatric patients as guided by education, clinical expertise and Scope of Practice Agreement, including ambulatory, inpatient (acute) care, surgical first assist and pre- and post-operative management
- Elicits comprehensive or focused/interval health history
- Performs complete or interim physical examinations as indicated by the nature of the encounter
- Orders, performs, and/or interprets diagnostic or screening tests, including laboratory, radiological or other tests within the APP'S scope of practice
- Plans interventions including medications, treatments and procedures, and modifies plans based on evaluation of patient response.
- Initiates, monitors, alters or orders medications related to conditions or illnesses being treated within applicable divisions
What We Offer- Competitive base compensation
- Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision
- Mortgage assistance, relocation packages and 403B with employer match
- Licensure, CME and dues allowance
- Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- No state income tax in Florida
Qualifications- Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or current certification as Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Florida Licensure as a Physician Assistant required upon hire or Florida Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse required upon hire
- Acute or Primary Care Certification acceptable, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner preferred (PNP-PC or PNP-AC) if an Advanced Practice Nurse
- BLS required upon hire from the American Heart Association
- Prior healthcare/patient care experience strongly preferred
- Experience working with Pediatrics or Child Health preferred
- Federal DEA registration either active or required upon hire
If you're looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.#LI-AW2
Nemours Children's Health, JacksonvilleOur colleagues at Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville, work with Wolfson Children's Hospital, University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville, UF Health/Shands Hospital and Mayo Clinic Florida to provide life-changing care for kids, newborns to age 18, with common and complex conditions.
Our medical, academic and research collaborations mean world-renowned treatments are available to children and families of Northeast Florida. In addition to board-certified pediatric specialists selected as some of the "Best Doctors in America®" year after year, families choose us for:
- Pediatric programs recognized among the best in the country (Neurology and Neurosurgery, and Cancer, U.S. News & World Report)
- One of only two pediatric cancer programs in the country recognized for outstanding achievement by the American College of Surgeons
- Among a select blood and bone marrow transplant programs accredited by the Foundation for Accreditation of Cellular Therapies (FACT)
- Nationally-accredited Cystic Fibrosis Care Center
- Certified Center of Excellence by the American Diabetes Association (ADA)
- Leading-edge procedures, including cochlear implants and urologic robotic surgery in the tiniest newborns
Jacksonville, FL Living in Jacksonville, Florida, offers a dynamic blend of urban amenities and coastal charm. As the largest city by area in the contiguous US, Jacksonville provides diverse neighborhoods, ranging from historic districts to modern developments. Residents enjoy an array of outdoor activities with miles of beaches, rivers and parks for boating, fishing and hiking. The city is known for its cultural scene, including museums, theaters, and annual events like the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. With a growing economy and a welcoming community, Jacksonville provides a vibrant lifestyle with a laid-back Southern atmosphere.
