Aprn/pa - Arkansas Children's Northwest

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Northwest Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified (likely on-site due to clinical nature).
Daily management of pediatric surgical patients
Trauma team resuscitation and management
Collaboration with or and emergency departments
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) for its Arkansas Children's Northwest facility. The role focuses on providing comprehensive care to pediatric patients across various surgical specialties, requiring advanced clinical knowledge and relevant certifications

Job Summary

  • The position involves daily management of pediatric patients across surgical subspecialties including orthopedics and otolaryngology.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, up to 10% retirement matching, and education discounts for staff.
  • Candidates must demonstrate advanced clinical knowledge and collaborate with the healthcare team to improve patient care delivery.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) for its Arkansas Children's Northwest facility. The role focuses on providing comprehensive care to pediatric patients across various surgical specialties, requiring advanced clinical knowledge and relevant certifications.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily management of pediatric surgical patients
  • Trauma team resuscitation and management
  • Collaboration with OR and Emergency Departments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in quality improvement activities
  • Research dissemination and publication skills
  • Instructional capabilities for medical learners

Key Requirements

  • Master's in Nursing plus three years pediatric experience (APRN)
  • Accredited Physician Assistant program plus three years pediatric experience (PA-C)
  • Current Arkansas RN or Physician Assistant license
  • National certification in Acute Care Pediatrics (APRN) or PA board certification
  • Eligibility for prescriptive authority certificate
  • 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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