Aprn/pa - Arkansas Children's Northwest

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Northwest Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
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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) for pediatric care at Arkansas Children's Northwest. The position requires advanced clinical knowledge, a relevant degree, and experience in pediatric nursing or physician assistant practice. **

Job Summary

  • The position involves daily management of pediatric patients across surgical subspecialties including orthopedics and otolaryngology.
  • Candidates must be eligible for prescriptive authority certificates and hold current state licenses.
  • The role includes instructing medical learners and participating in quality improvement activities to enhance patient care.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) for pediatric care at Arkansas Children's Northwest. The position requires advanced clinical knowledge, a relevant degree, and experience in pediatric nursing or physician assistant practice. **

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pediatric nursing experience
  • Surgical subspecialty management
  • Trauma team participation
  • Patient education delivery
  • Quality improvement activities

Nice-to-have

  • Research dissemination skills
  • Medical learner instruction
  • Collaborative teamwork culture
  • Regional medical outreach

Key Requirements

  • Master's in Nursing or accredited PA program
  • Three years pediatric nursing or patient experience
  • Current Arkansas RN or Physician Assistant license
  • National certification in Acute Care Pediatrics (for APRN)
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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