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
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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 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)