Aprn/pa - Arkansas Children's Northwest

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Northwest Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified
Pediatric patient management across surgical subspecialties
Trauma team participation and resuscitation skills
Collaboration with inpatient and emergency departments
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) for their Arkansas Children's Northwest facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in pediatric care and a strong clinical background, providing comprehensive patient management in a collaborative healthcare environment

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 role includes educating patients and families on diagnosis and treatment plans while collaborating with regional medical specialties.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) for their Arkansas Children's Northwest facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in pediatric care and a strong clinical background, providing comprehensive patient management in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pediatric patient management across surgical subspecialties
  • Trauma team participation and resuscitation skills
  • Collaboration with inpatient and emergency departments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience instructing medical learners at multiple levels
  • Participation in quality improvement activities
  • Research dissemination through publication or education

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Nursing plus three years pediatric experience for APRN
  • Accredited Physician Assistant program plus three years pediatric experience for PA-C
  • Current Arkansas RN or Physician Assistant license
  • National certification in Acute Care Pediatrics for APRN
  • 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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