Seattle Children's
Location
Seattle, Washington
Salary
$85,272 - $188,118 / YEAR
The Advanced Practice Provider will function as an independent clinician, primarily managing the direct care of pediatric patients within the Emergency Department, while also practicing across ambulatory, operating room, and inpatient settings. Key duties include independent patient assessment, ordering tests, formulating treatment plans, prescribing medications, and collaborating with attending physicians and specialists.
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in nursing (Pediatric or Family NP focus) or be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, along with at least one year of clinical experience in a pediatric or family-focused area. Required credentials include active Washington state licensure, national certification (for NP/PA), DEA registration, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
We are seeking a highly motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a passion for pediatric emergency medicine to join our dynamic team. This position offers the challenge of independent patient management within a collaborative, team-based care model, allowing you to practice at the top of your license in a leading pediatric hospital Emergency Department.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will function as an independent clinician while seamlessly integrating into our interdisciplinary care team. This role involves the direct care and primary clinical management of pediatric patients across a variety of settings, with a primary focus on the Emergency Department. APP for active pediatric emergency department exercise full scope of practice. This is a team-based model of care with a mix of independent visits and visits paired with an attending physician. Key Responsibilities Independent Patient Assessment & Management: Obtain comprehensive patient histories, perform physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate/implement evidence-based treatment plans. Medical Prescribing: Prescribe medications and therapeutic measures appropriate for the patient population. Collaborative Care: Collaborate, refer, and consult with Emergency Department attending physicians, pediatric specialists, and other health care team members to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality patient care. Settings of Practice: Provide direct care across multiple settings, including ambulatory, operating room, emergency department, and inpatient settings. Case Management: Direct or participate in case management and continuing care planning. Quality & Education: Contribute to organizational and departmental Continuous Performance and Quality Improvement (CPQI) projects, and participate in education and research efforts for patients, families, and the health care team. Schedule Requirements Primarily night coverage. Rotating schedule which includes weekends and holidays. We are open to a range of 0.6 to 0.9 FTE, based on candidate interest and program needs Required Education and Experience: Master's degree in nursing with a concentration in a pediatric or family nurse practitioner program OR graduate of a nationally accredited physician assistant program. One year work experience in a pediatric or family focused clinical area. Required Credentials: For Nurse Practitioners: Active, unencumbered registered nurse and advanced registered nurse practitioner licensure in the State of Washington Current national certification as a pediatric or family nurse practitioner For Physician Assistants: Active, unencumbered physician assistant licensure in the State of Washington Initial certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants For All Providers: Active Drug Enforcement Authority registration Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Some clinical locations may require American Heart Association Pediatric Life Support training and continuous maintenance of certification. Active clinical privileges as an Allied Health Provider at Seattle Children's Hospital must be secured prior to time of hire and must be maintained in good standing and in compliance with all medical staff bylaws, continuously throughout employment.
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