APRN Child Development

About the role

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates for the position(s) of Child Development APN in the Department of Pediatrics. Join our team in Peoria, Illinois, providing expert care to pediatric patients. This role involves outpatient care, collaboration with physicians, and participation in research/education.

Responsibilities

• Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Obtain relevant patient health history.
• Study and interpret patient tests and records.
• Perform physical exam and record findings.
• Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.
• Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.
• Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
• Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
• Order appropriate consultation/referral.
• Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.
• Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, assisting with curriculum development and instruction.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.
• Graduation from accredited APRN program.
• Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice. Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.
• Staff Nursing experience in Pediatrics preferred.
• Pediatric APN experience (3-5 years) preferred.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required. Graduation from accredited APRN program. Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice. Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.

Preferred Qualifications: Staff Nursing experience in Pediatrics preferred. Pediatric APN experience (3-5 years) preferred.

Benefits

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Pay

The budgeted salary range for the position is $98,000 to $120,000 per year. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.