Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Summary

Arkansas Children's is a tobacco-free workplace. Flu vaccines are required. Arkansas Children's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Required Education

Master's Degree

Required Work Experience

Nursing - 6 years of experience

Required Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license - Arkansas or Compact State
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP) - Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN)
• Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Acute Care - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
• Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Dual Acute Care/Primary Care - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Primary Care (CPNP-PC) - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
• Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - ANCC

Additional Information

Springdale - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care Clinic) - PRN, Seasonal

Work Shift

Please see job description for details.

Department

Summary: Springdale - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care Clinic) - PRN, Seasonal

Description

• Gathers information for both new and established patients such as medical history, diagnostic tests, comprehensive physical examination, behavioral, development and psychosocial assessments.
• Accurately interprets health assessment data and applies findings in directing patient care.
• Documents all health data including plan of care and care according to policy, patient/family outcomes, and reassessments and plan modifications.
• Accurately completes all billing forms, including diagnostic (ICD-9) and treatment (CPT) codes, based on federal and state laws and AC policy.
• Communicates with referring physicians, health providers, and hospital staff as appropriate.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and the development strategies to improve patient care delivery and cost effectiveness.
• Disseminates relevant research findings through practice, publication, education, and/or consultation.
• Participates in AC, local and national professional nursing organizations as appropriate to maintain and share expertise.