Aprn/pa - Arkansas Children's Northwest

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Northwest Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; benefits...
Not specified in the job description.
Pediatric patient management across surgical subspecialties
Trauma team participation and resuscitation skills
Collaboration with inpatient, or, and emergency departments
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to provide pediatric patient care at Arkansas Children's Northwest. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications in pediatric nursing or as a physician assistant, along with a commitment to teamwork and patient care

Job Summary

  • The position involves daily management of pediatric patients across surgical subspecialties including orthopedics and otolaryngology.
  • UAMS offers benefits such as health plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts for staff dependents.
  • The role requires coordinating follow-up care and educating patients and families on diagnosis and treatment plans.

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-C) to provide pediatric patient care at Arkansas Children's Northwest. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications in pediatric nursing or as a physician assistant, along with a commitment to teamwork and patient care.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pediatric patient management across surgical subspecialties
  • Trauma team participation and resuscitation skills
  • Collaboration with inpatient, OR, 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 in Nursing plus three years pediatric nursing 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 national board certification (PA-C)
  • 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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