Aprn/pa - Arkansas Children's Northwest

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Northwest Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Pediatric nursing experience
Surgical subspecialty management
Trauma team participation
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) for pediatric care at Arkansas Children's Northwest. Candidates should possess relevant educational qualifications, experience in pediatric nursing or physician assistance, and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team

Job Summary

  • The position involves daily management of pediatric patients across surgical subspecialties including orthopedics and otolaryngology.
  • Candidates will participate as active members of the trauma team, handling resuscitation and subsequent patient management.
  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences offers benefits including up to 10% matched retirement contributions and education discounts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) for pediatric care at Arkansas Children's Northwest. Candidates should possess relevant educational qualifications, experience in pediatric nursing or physician assistance, and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible including medical, dental, vision, and retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pediatric nursing experience
  • Surgical subspecialty management
  • Trauma team participation
  • Patient assessment and diagnosis
  • Collaborative healthcare teamwork

Nice-to-have

  • Research dissemination skills
  • Quality improvement activities
  • Medical learner instruction
  • Regional medical community outreach
  • Creative approaches to health care

Key Requirements

  • Master's in Nursing or accredited PA program degree
  • Three years of pediatric nursing or patient experience
  • Current Arkansas RN or Physician Assistant license
  • National Certification in Acute Care Pediatrics (for APRN)
  • Eligibility for prescriptive authority certificate

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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