Aprn/pa - Arkansas Children's Northwest

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

NWA, US
Commensurate with education + experience
On-site
Pediatric patient management
Trauma team participation
Patient and family education
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to provide patient care in a pediatric surgical setting at Arkansas Children's Northwest. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in nursing or a relevant PA program, along with pediatric experience and relevant certifications

Job Summary

  • The APRN/PA-C will manage pediatric patients across surgical subspecialties, including pediatric surgery, orthopedics, and otolaryngology, providing comprehensive inpatient care and responding to consult requests.
  • Responsibilities include performing assessments, diagnosing and treating pediatric patients, coordinating care with various departments and specialties, and educating patients and families.
  • The role involves participating in surgical conferences, instructing medical learners, presenting clinical cases, and contributing to quality improvement and research activities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to provide patient care in a pediatric surgical setting at Arkansas Children's Northwest. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in nursing or a relevant PA program, along with pediatric experience and relevant certifications.

Salary

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • pediatric patient management
  • trauma team participation
  • patient and family education
  • quality improvement activities

Nice-to-have

  • promoting harmonious relationships
  • positive organizational image

Key Requirements

  • Master's in Nursing (APRN)
  • 3 years pediatric nursing experience (APRN)
  • Current Arkansas RN License (APRN)
  • National Certification in Acute Care Pediatrics (APRN)
  • Eligible for prescriptive authority certificate (APRN)
  • Graduate from accredited physician assistant program (PA-C)
  • 3 years pediatric patient experience (PA-C)
  • Current Arkansas Physician Assistant license (PA-C)

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