Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Outpatient Pediatric Cardiology

About the role

As an Advanced Practice Provider you will play an integral role in ambulatory care teams, providing high‑quality, cost‑effective care to pediatric patients with cardiac conditions at the American Family Children’s Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health history and physical assessment for new and follow‑up patients with diagnoses such as hyperlipidemia, syncope, and new murmurs.
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory and imaging studies.
• Order and prescribe appropriate medications.
• Develop outpatient treatment plans.
• Provide counseling and education to promote wellness for patients and families.
• Participate in the UW Health Advanced Practice Provider Advisory Council to advocate for APP practice and provide expertise across the organization.

Requirements

Education – Minimum

• If Nurse Practitioner: Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited nursing program.
• If Physician Assistant: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited PA program.

Licenses and Certifications – Minimum

• If Nurse Practitioner: Active RN and APNP license in Wisconsin, active board certification as a NP in Acute Care Pediatric, Primary Care, or Family Practice.
• If Physician Assistant: Active PA license in Wisconsin and active PA board certification.
• Active DEA license or ability to obtain one prior to or upon hire.
• Current CPR certification and, when relevant, advanced life support certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP).

Schedule

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.