The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in pediatrics. The role involves providing direct clinical care to pediatric patients, collaborating with physicians, and requires specific certifications and qualifications in nursing or physician assistant programs
Job Summary
The APRN/PA is a skilled healthcare provider who has completed an educational program that provides specialized certification and is regulated by either the Arkansas State Board of Nursing or the Arkansas State Medical Board.
An APRN/PA possesses an advanced knowledge level, skill, and competence in the provision of care to specific patient and family populations and serves across the care continuum as a clinical resource for patients, families, staff, and the community.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family; Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave; Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only); Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS.
Matching Summary
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in pediatrics. The role involves providing direct clinical care to pediatric patients, collaborating with physicians, and requires specific certifications and qualifications in nursing or physician assistant programs.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
pediatric patients and their families
advanced knowledge level
clinical resource for patients
evidence-based clinical practice standards
Nice-to-have
teamwork and diversity
collaborative health care organization
Key Requirements
Graduate from an accredited nursing program with at least a Master’s in Nursing (APRN)
National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Graduate from an accredited physician assistant program defined by the Arkansas State Medical Board (PA)
Current Arkansas Physician Assistant license (PA)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States